The Battle of Britain: Book 2 of the Ladybird Expert History of the Second World War - Hardcover English by James Holland - 1/6/2017
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| Publisher | Michael Joseph |
| ISBN 13 | 9780718186296 |
| Book Description | AN IDEAL STOCKING FILLER FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO UNDERSTAND AND EXPERIENCE THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY AERIAL EVER FOUGHT. **Part of the new Ladybird Expert series, Battle of Britain is an accessible, insightful and authoritative account of the most famous aerial battle in history.Historian, author and broadcaster James Holland draws on the latest research and interviews with participants to bring colour, detail and a fresh perspective to the story.Inside, you'll discover how tactics, organisation and new technologies were brought to bear, about the different challenges faced by both the RAF and the Luftwaffe, and, above all, the skill, bravery and endurance of the airmen engaged in a contest that was of critical importance to the outcome of the war. Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture.Other books currently available in the Ladybird Expert series include:* Climate Change* Quantum Mechanics* Evolution* ShackletonFor an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years |
| Editorial Review | Battle of Britain shines a light on some of the darkest and most dramatic moments of the six-year conflict. The Daily Mail |
| About the Author | James Holland is a historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories including Battle of Britain and Dam Busters, and most recently, Burma '44 he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. He is currently writing an acclaimed three-volume new history of the Second World War in the West of which the second volume is now published. He has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series, and is also Co-founder of the Chalke Valley History Festival. He can be found on Twitter and Instagram as Jamesholland1940. |
| Language | English |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Author | James Holland |
| Publication Date | 1/6/2017 |
| Number of Pages | 56 |
The Battle of Britain: Book 2 of the Ladybird Expert History of the Second World War - Hardcover English by James Holland - 1/6/2017
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