Nichol, John
Spitfire: A Very British Love Story
- ISBN 13:
- 9781471159237
- author:
- Nichol, John
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2.8 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- History, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Spitfire: A Very British Love Story This iconic fighter aircraft played a pivotal role in the Battle of Britain, but its story extends far beyond the dogfights over Kent and Sussex. Bestselling author John Nichol explores the full global reach of the Spitfire's deployment during WWII, from Malta to North Africa and the Far East, and over the D-Day beaches. Spanning the full history of the Spitfire, this book carries the reader on a thrilling and often moving tribute to the people who flew and loved this magnificent machine. With its many innovations and updates, the Spitfire proved to be a marvel of British engineering, and its legacy continues to captivate audiences today. Accessible, entertaining, and full of extraordinary spirit, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of the Spitfire and its place in British history.
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