British statesman, soldier, and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice
Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.
In the course of my life, I have often had to eat my words, and I must confess that I have always found it a wholesome diet.
No part of the education of a politician is more indispensable than the fighting of elections.
Never give in - never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense.
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.
I am prepared to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter.
If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever. Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time - a tremendous whack.
This report, by its very length, defends itself against the risk of being read.
History is written by the victors.
Study history, study history. In history lies all the secrets of statecraft.