Coveting power for power's sake was a 'base' pursuit, he wrote, adding, 'But power in a national crisis, when a man believes he knows what orders should be given, is a blessing.
-- Winston Churchill and Erik Larson (Narrator) (chapter 1)

Importance: This quote reflects some of Winston Churchill's initial thoughts after being made Prime Minister. They demonstrate that he feels a sense of responsibility in his role as a leader, and that the quest for power is most noble when that power is sought to serve the greater good. This quote also demonstrates that Churchill has confidence in his own abilities, and that he believes he is the right person to lead the nation during the national crisis that is World War Two. It is clear from this quote that Churchill understands the gravity and responsibility of the task at hand. His confidence is encouraging because it demonstrates that he believes he has the right plan to protect...