The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson

Please join your book club friends at Roberto's Ristorante in Elmhurst to discuss the critically acclaimed book The Splendid and the Vile by Eric Larson that offers a gripping, cinematic look at Winston Churchill's first year as British Prime Minister. This is an inspiring story of leadership, courage, and resilience that brings history to life in vivid detail.

Larson is a master storyteller known for bestsellers such as The Devil in the White City.

In The Splendid and the Vile, Larson relays the details of Winston Churchill’s first day as prime minister when Hitler invaded Holland and Belgium. For the next twelve months, Hitler would wage a relentless bombing campaign. It was up to Churchill to hold his country together and persuade President Franklin Roosevelt that Britain was a worthy ally and willing to fight to the end.

Larson also provides intimate access and unexpected humor into Churchill’s family as they lived through London’s darkest year.

Newcomers are always welcome at our gatherings. Not a member yet? Go ahead and join our group and take advantage of the opportunity to discuss fascinating books with interesting people!

NOTE: Roberto's requires a $25 minimum food/beverage purchase.

Parking is available either 1) on the street, 2) in a lot behind the restaurant via the alley, or 3) in a lot across the street from the front of the restaurant.

For a look at Roberto's wine, dinner, and snack menus, link to:
https://www.robertosristorante.com/