With each chapter written by a prominent political figure, including Sir Nicholas Soames, David Owen and Rachel Reeves, the book provides some hugely revealing portraits of Britain's former leaders, shining a light on their sometimes warm, and at other times downright hostile, attitudes towards Europe.

Starting with the premiership of Winston Churchill, and ending with Theresa May, this book examines the crucial relationship between Britain's leaders and Europe. Each chapter is written by a different prominent political figure, including Nicholas Soames, David Owen and Chris Patten.