Rishi Sunak

This compelling biography by Michael Ashcroft chronicles the extraordinary rise of Rishi Sunak, from an unknown junior minister to Chancellor of the Exchequer at the helm of Britain's economy during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis.Why You Should Read? Discover Sunak's swift political ascent and the influences that shaped him, from his family background to his time in Oxford, the City, and Silicon Valley. Gain insight into his unexpected promotion in February 2020 and his radical approach to saving livelihoods during the pandemic. Understand the transformation of a fiscally conservative financier into a Chancellor who 'tore up the rulebook' with historic spending initiatives. Explore the intricate details of a pivotal period in modern British politics through the lens of one of its key figures.