This is a historical novel but inspired by the real experiences of the author’s uncle. A totally absorbing tale that produces a compelling backdrop of one of histories great tragedies. All of the thrills and spills that every great fictional tale must have to keep the reader turning pages – Much Recommended.
Monthly Archives: July 2018
In The World, Essays on Contemporary South African Art
A provoking collection of essays designed to restructure a national narrative. This book considers the state of South African contemporary art from a number of perspectives – Much Recommended.
Republic F-105 Thunderchief
The Mighty Thud is one of the best known of the Century Fighters. This book covers the history and deployment of the Thunderchief with outstanding illustration – Highly Recommended.
Western Steam on Bristol and Exeter Lines
A delightful book with excellent illustration, mainly in full colour. This book covers the history of the Bristol and Exeter Lines from their inception to their new life as the longest British heritage line – Highly Recommended.
Polskie Skrzydla, Polish Wings 23, 303 Squadron North American Mustang
The publisher has a strong reputation for excellent books covering the Polish Air Force and Polish pilots. This book offers a unique view of 303 Squadron and the part played by Polish pilots – Highly Recommended.
Maritime Series, The Forgotten War of the Royal Navy, Baltic Sea 1918-1920
Considering the importance of the Baltic trade to England, and then Great Britain, from the Middle Ages, it is surprising how badly naval conflict there has been covered in the English language. This book provides a detailed and balanced account of the actions of British warships and aircraft in supporting the fight for freedom from Soviet domination of the Baltic States– Highly Recommended.
Spotlight On: Grumman F-14 Tomcat
Mushroom Model Publications produces primarily for the modelling fraternity but in the process produces books that also serve the aviation enthusiast very well. This book turns the spotlight on the F-14 Tomcat with some superb art work– Highly Recommended.
Finland at war 1939-45 vol.1, History in models
This book is an innovative approach to an important and under-covered episode of military history. The text is in English and Swedish with outstanding images– Highly Recommended.
Blitzkreig, Anatomy of a Legend
A concise review of the origins, development and deployment of the advanced tactics that became known as ‘Blitzkrieg’. Much as been written on this subject but this is one of the most effective reviews, available at a very affordable price – Much Recommended.
Air War Archive, Heinkel He 111, The Latter Years – The Blitz and War in the East to the Fall of Germany
The Air War Archive series is proving a very popular frontline books collection and this new addition brings the Heinkel He 111 story up to the end of WWII. The He 111 was an example of an aircraft that was in heavy use from the Spanish Civil War to the capitulation of Germany in 1945 – Most Recommended.