Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has published his memoirs, and the book called ‘A Journey’ will make grim reading for his predecessor Gordon Brown.
Mr. Blair claims that his old ally, put him under “relentless personal pressure” and under his guidance, he was always convinced that the Labour party would lose May’s General Election.
Also in his memoirs, Blair, who has been out of UK politics spotlight since stepping down in June 2007 said that he did not regret going into war in Iraq in 2003, and also opens up about his feelings on the death of Diana, Princess of Wales in 1997 and a surprising omission regarding a drinking problem when under scrutiny.
‘A Journey’ is well on course to become a bestseller and most bookshops are selling the book at half-price, with Waterstones already coming out in saying that Blair’s book is the fastest-selling autobiography of all time. All proceeds from the book will be donated to the Royal British Legion, in aid of the injured troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is a must-read and I am for one looking forward to reading a detailed extract from a man at the top of his power for thirteen years.
To many, Tony Blair will be seen as a controversial man, one who made some damming errors of judgement in his time in office. However, his legacy shouldn’t be forgotten. He built up New Labour and put the country back into some form of security and strength after years of doomed Conservative government.
Blair’s book, ‘A Journey,’ is now available at www.amazon.co.uk for £12.50.
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