Failures of State: The Inside Story of Britain’s Battle with Coronavirus

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*THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER* A GUARDIAN AND SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR ‘An astonishing book’ James O’Brien ‘A gripping, devastating read’ Sunday Times The inside story of the U K’s response to the pandemic from the Insight investigations unit at The Sunday Times Failures of State recounts the extraordinary political decisions taken at the heart of Boris Johnson’s government during the global pandemic.Fully updated and corroborated by hundreds of sources, this is the insider’s account of how the government sleepwalked into disaster and tried to cover up its role in the tragedy. Thrillingly told, it exposes one of the most scandalous failures of political leadership in British history. ‘A damning indictment’ Alan Johnson, Observer ‘A devastating piece of journalism’ Andrew Marr ‘This is a scandal’ Piers Morgan This modern masterpiece delves into the health and social issues of the 21st century, exposing the corruption and misconduct at the heart of international relations. The process of how the government handled the disease outbreak is a top concern, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the science behind the pandemic.For fans of James O'Brien (How They Broke Britain), Sebastian Payne (Broken Heartlands), Rory Stewart (The Places In Between), Devi Lalita Sridhar (The Battle Against Hunger), and David Spiegelhalter (The Art of Uncertainty). Show more