Gurdon, John E.
Over and Above
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911621089
- author:
- Gurdon, John E.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Grub Street
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.5 centimetres (0.29 kg)
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Aviation
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Over and Above is a first-hand account of John Everard Gurdon's time as a fighter pilot in World War I. At just 20 years old, Gurdon was invalided out of the Royal Air Force after a brief but eventful stint on the Western Front.
Gurdon's book tells of his experiences flying with 22 Squadron, including his first victory and his 28th, as well as the camaraderie and challenges he faced during this time. The narrative is fictionalised, with names changed and incidents rearranged, but it remains a gripping and honest portrayal of life in the RAF.
This new edition of Over and Above has been updated with an introduction by John Gurdon's granddaughter Camilla Gurdon Blakeley and an extended illustrated appendix by renowned historian Norman Franks. The original script is retained, offering a unique glimpse into one of the most pivotal periods in British history.
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