Reagan and Thatcher

In this insightful dual biography, Richard Aldous challenges the conventional narrative surrounding the relationship between Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher, revealing a more complex and often contentious alliance. Despite their public image of a close partnership, Aldous highlights significant clashes over issues like the Falklands, Grenada, and nuclear policy. Utilizing recently declassified documents and extensive oral histories, he argues that their partnership was actually the weakest link in the 1980s Atlantic Alliance, offering a fresh perspective on their roles in navigating the Cold War.