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2nd TAF Spitfire | The Story of Spitfire ML 407 [Signed]

Smallwood, Hugh [Hugh R. Smallwood] Foreword by Johnnie Houlton DFC.

(Book #ID 105942)

Published by British Aviation Heritage, Chorleywood, Hertfordshire First Edition 1986. 1986.

First edition in publisher's original colour illustrated card wrap covers [soft back]. Quarto. 9'' x 8''. Contains 105 pp with monochrome illustrations and archive photographs throughout. In Fine condition, no dust wrapper as issued. SIGNED by the author to the title page 'Hugh R. Smallwood.' Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0951139002

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Last of the Ten Fighter Boys | Battle of Britain 70 Years On

Corbin, Jimmy

(Book #ID 111659)

Published by Sutton Publishing Ltd., The Mill, Brimscombe Port, Stroud, Gloucestershire circa 2007. 2007.

Hard back binding in publisher's original black paper covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 240 pp with splendid archive monochrome photographs throughout. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and has not been circulated as a lending book with title page removed. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £18.99. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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A Clasp For 'The Few'; A Biographical Account of New Zealand Pilots and Aircrew Who Flew Operationally with RAF Fighter Command During the Battle of Britain 10th July to 31st October 1940. [Double Signed]

Wynn, Kenneth G. [Foreword by Alan Deere]

(Book #ID 87222)

Published by Kenneth G. Wynn Auckland, First Edition 1981. 1981.

First edition hard back binding in original powder blue cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. Contains [xiv] 470 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with short closed tear to the top front cover, small rubs across the spine ends. Hand written Number 7 of 750 Limited Edition copies SIGNED by the author to the limitation page 'Kenneth G. Wynn'. Presentation to Air Commodore Alan Deere, [who contributed the 12 page foreword] to the front free end paper 'To Alan Deere, Thank you for your help, Best wishes, Ken Wynn, 30th May 1982.' A scarce Battle of Britain book from the private library of one of the most famous of 'The Few' which includes a hand written card SIGNED by Alan Deere on his headed compliments card. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, it does not adhere to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Battle Over Britain | A History of the German Air Assaults on Great Britain,1917-18 and July-December 1940, and the Development of Britain's Air Defences Between the World Wars [Double Signed]

Mason, Francis K. [German Research Material by Martin Windrow] Colour and Tone Illustrations by Michael P. Roffe [Richard Ward [Self Taught British Artist and Illustrator (1916 - 1993) who painted in watercolour and produced artwork for the Brooke Bond tea picture card series, aircraft illustrations for 'Profiles' series of magazines and cards for Noel Tatt; served in the war in the RAF and produced artwork for BR (SR) post WWII series]

(Book #ID 111442)

Published by McWhirter Twins Ltd., 24 Upper Brook Street, London First Edition 1969. 1969.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy buckram covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back, two gilt vignettes to the front board, blue end paper maps. Quarto. 9½'' x 7¼''. Contains 636 pp with monochrome photographs and aerial maps throughout, colour plates section in the style of Richard Ward to whom the book is dedicated. Light spotting to the text block edges. Very Good condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with rub to the bottom front corner and bottom of the spine, not price clipped, 84s. Title page SIGNED by the author to the Richard Ward (aviation artist) 'To Dick with best wishes - Francis K. Mason' also SIGNED to the title page by German research material contributor 'Martin Windrow'. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Heavy volume weighing 2 kg, extra postage will be requested over and above our default setting for destinations outside of the UK. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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That Eternal Summer; Unknown Stories from the Battle of Britain

Barker, Ralph

(Book #ID 111617)

Published by Collins 14 St. James's Place, London First Edition 1990. 1990.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original air force blue paper covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 8¾'' x 6''. Contains 241 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. Spine tips scuffed. Near Fine condition book in Fine condition illustrated dust wrapper, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0002155850

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The Battle of Britain August-October 1940: An Air Ministry Account of the Great Days from 8th August-31st October 1940 [1]

Foreign Office

(Book #ID 13188)

Published by His Majesty's Stationery Office, London First Edition 1941. 1941.

Stapled Paper wraps. 9" x 7". Well illustrated. Small piece missing to top of upper panel, light rubbing to edges. In Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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The Last Enemy | Famous Book by Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot (Pan Book Series Number 397)

Hillary, Richard

(Book #ID 111504)

Published by Pan Books Ltd., 8 Headfort Place, London First Pan Edition 1956. 1956.

Publisher's original super period colour artwork card wrap covers (paper back). Age tanning to the page margins and in Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Moths To Mosquitos; The Wartime Diaries of Wing Commander H. C. Randall

Randall, Hal C. [Edited by Martin F. Mace]

(Book #ID 111739)

Published by Historic Military Press, Storrington, West Sussex First Edition 2001. 2001.

First edition in publisher's original flat backed spine colour illustrated card wrap covers (soft back). 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. Contains 112 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. In Fine condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 1901313069

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Mary and Richard; The Story of Richard Hillary and Mary Booker [Signed]

Burn, Michael

(Book #ID 87288)

Published by Andre Deutsch Ltd., 105 Great Russell Street, London First Edition 1988. 1988.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original air force blue paper covered boards, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 249 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. SIGNED by the Author to the front free end paper 'Ian Skidmore with best wishes Michael Burn, 14 April 1988.' Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, it does not adhere to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0233982809

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Dambusters | A Landmark Oral History

Arthur, Max [Foreword by Stephen Fry]

(Book #ID 95650)

Published by Virgin Books, Random House, 20 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London First Edition 2008. 2008.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original green cloth covers, silver title and author lettering to the spine, archive photographic end paper. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Full printer's code to the copyright page 2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1. Contains [xi] 339 printed pages of text with monochrome maps and photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £20.00. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9781905264339

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A Salute to One of 'The Few'; The Life of Flying Officer Peter Cape Beauchamp St John RAF

St John Beer, Simon [Jacket Design by Jon Wilkinson]

(Book #ID 111458)

Published by Pen & Sword Books Limited, 47 Church Street, Barnsley, S. Yorkshire First Edition 2009. 2009.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black paper covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 231 pp with monochrome archive photographs on coated paper to the centre. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and has not been circulated as a lending book with plates removed from front free end paper and copyright page. Very Good condition book in Fine condition illustrated dust wrapper, not price clipped. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9781844158768

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Eagle Day: The Battle of Britain August 6th - September 15th 1940

Collier, Richard

(Book #ID 22183)

Pan Books Ltd., London Second edition 1968. 1968.

Mass market paperback. Light tanning to page edges. ISBN 330021052. Monochrome photographic illustrations. In Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Summer, 1940 The Battle of Britain

Parkinson, Roger [Jacket Design by Sam Salant]

(Book #ID 59995)

Published by David McKay Company, Inc., 750 Third Avenue, New York First US Edition 1977. New York 1977.

First US edition hard back binding in publisher's original chocolate paper covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. Contains 236 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout, dark cream end papers. Superficial wear to the lower spine tips, label to the front free end paper. Near Fine condition book in near Fine condition illustrated dust wrapper with 10 mm closed tear to foot of the upper panel, light sun fading to the orange of the spine, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this preserves and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0679507566

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Kent Airfields in the Battle of Britain | Biggin Hill, Detling, Manston, Hawkinge, Gravesend, West Malling, Rochester, Eastchurch, Lympne

Kent Aviation Historical Research Society

(Book #ID 50660)

Published by Meresborough Books, 7 Station Road, Rainham, Kent 1987. 1981.

Publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers. 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. ISBN 0948193247. Contains 192 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs and illustrations throughout. Without any ownership markings and in Fine condition, no dust wrapper as published, unused new book. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Smoke Trails in the Sky | The Journals of a Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot

Bartley, Tony [March 1919 - April 2001]

(Book #ID 111608)

Published by Crécy Publishing Limited, Shadowmoss Road, Manchester Airport Revised Expanded Edition 1997. 1997.

Revised expanded edition hard back binding in publisher's original purple paper covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Tony Bartley joined the RAF at the outbreak of war and this covers his experiences. He flew spitfires with 92 Squadron, first in the Battle of France, then covering the Dunkirk evacuation. At the height of the Battle of Britain he flew daily over London. He then went on to test-fly Spitfires and later led 65 Squadron at Debden and 111 Squadron in North Africa, and finally, he flew with 70th Fighter Wing of the American 9th Air Force covering the Normandy landings at Omaha Beach. Contains 208 pp with monochrome photographs throughout. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and has not been circulated as a lending book with paper and smudged stamp to the front free end paper, stamp to the copyright page. Good condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £17.95. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Duel of Eagles

Townsend, Peter [Group Captain Peter Wooldridge Townsend, CVO, DSO, DFC & Bar (22 November 1914 - 19 June 1995) was a British Royal Air Force officer, flying ace, courtier and author. He was equerry to King George VI from 1944 to 1952 and held the same position for Queen Elizabeth II from 1952 to 1953. Townsend notably had a romance with Princess Margaret, Elizabeth's younger sister]

(Book #ID 111551)

Published by George Weidenfeld and Nicolson Ltd., 5 Winsley Street, London First UK Edition 1970. 1970.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original cyan cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains (xvii), 455 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. In Very Good clean condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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R. A. F. Biggin Hill

Wallace, Graham [Claude Graham-White]

(Book #ID 80326)

Published by Putnam, 42 Great Russell Street, London First Edition 1957. London 1957.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original cobalt blue cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. Contains 288 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout. Shallow rubs to the softened spine ends, feint ghosting to the free end papers. Very Good condition book in Good condition period art work dust wrapper with 30 mm piece of paper missing to the foot of the spine, 10-15 mm piece of paper missing along the top of mid-rear panel to mid-front, not price clipped 21s. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, it does not adhere to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Life's Too Short To Cry; The Compelling Memoir of a Battle of Britain Ace

Vigors, Tim

(Book #ID 111655)

Published by Grub Street, 4 Rainham Close, London Reprinted Edition 2007. 2007.

Hard back binding in publisher's original peacock blue paper covered boards, blocked and lettered silver back. 8vo. 8¾'' x 6''. Contains 265 pp with monochrome archive photographs to the centre. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 1904943616

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Spitfire Offensive | A Fighter Pilot's War Memoir

Sampson, R. W. F. [Ralph W. 'Sammy' Sampson (born September 1913 Chile - died 31 January, 2003, in Bishopton)]. and Norman L. R. Franks

(Book #ID 97237)

Published by Bounty Books, Octopus Publishing Group Ltd., 2-4 Heron Quays, London Reprinted Edition 2010. 2010.

Hard back binding in publisher's original colour illustrated glazed boards. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Wing Commander Sampson writes a good account of his days as a Spitfire pilot in WW2, initially with No 131 (County of Kent) Squadron, then as commander of No 127 Squadron and, later, 145 (Free French) Fighter Wing. Contains 182 printed pages of text with archive monochrome photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £17.99. Unused new book. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9780753715581

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The Battle of Britain New Perspectives | Behind the Scenes of the Great Air War

Ray, John

(Book #ID 95369)

Published by Arms and Armour Press, A Cassell & Company, Ltd., Imprint, Villiers House, 41-47 Strand, London First Edition 1994. 1994.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original colour illustrated glazed boards. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. A through examination of the RAF High Command during the Battle of Britain. Contains 222 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs to the centre pages. Small ink name to the top of the front free end paper 'Petid'. Near Fine condition book in near Fine condition price clipped dust wrapper. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, it does not adhere to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 1860199372

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The Sky Suspended; The Epic Battle of Britain, 1940 and the Blitz that Followed [Pan Book No. X181]

Middleton, Drew

(Book #ID 36818)

Published by Pan Books, London 1963. London 1963.

Mass market paperback. Monochrome illustrations throughout. Slight browning to the paper and in Very Good clean condition, no crease lines to the covers or the spine. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Squadron Leader Tommy Broom DFC** | The Legendary Pathfinder Mosquito Navigator

Evans, Tom Parry [Squadron Leader Thomas John Broom, DFC & Two Bars (22 January 1914 - 18 May 2010) was a Royal Air Force officer who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross three times for bomber operations during the Second World War].

(Book #ID 111515)

Published by Pen & Sword Aviation, Pen & Sword Books Ltd., 47 Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire First Edition 2007. 2007.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 192 pp with monochrome archive photographs on loaded paper to the centre pages. Book plate removed from the front free end paper and acknowledgements pages. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £19.99. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Aircam Aviation Series Number S.1 Battle Of Britain: Hawker Hurricane, Supermarine Spitfire, Messerschmitt Bf.109

P. G. Cooksley, Richard Ward and C. F. Shores

(Book #ID 84454)

Published by Osprey Publications Ltd., Canterbury and Reading 1971. 1971.

Publisher's original colour illustrated card wrap covers [softback]. 8vo. 9¾'' x 7¼''. Contains 48 pages with colour and monochrome illustrations and photographs throughout. In very good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 850450063

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Churchill's Few; The Battle of Britain Remembered [2]

Willis, John

(Book #ID 58784)

Published by Paragon House 2 Hammarskjöld Plaza, New York First U.S. Edition 1987. London 1987.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original chestnut brown cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains vi, 258 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs. Name and address to the front free end paper. Very Good condition book, in Very Good condition dust wrapper with shallow crease lines to the corners and spine tip. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this protects and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0913728299

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Dambusters | A Landmark Oral History

Arthur, Max [Foreword by Stephen Fry]

(Book #ID 111443)

Published by Virgin Books, Random House, 20 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London First Edition 2008. 2008.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original green cloth covers, silver title and author lettering to the spine, archive photographic end paper. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Full printer's code to the copyright page 2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1. Contains [xi] 339 pp with monochrome maps and photographs throughout. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and not issued as a lending book with plate removed from the front free end paper and copyright page. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £20.00. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9781905264339

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The Manston Spitfire TB752

Deal, Lewis E.

(Book #ID 43362)

Published by North Kent Books, Rochester, Kent Second Revised Edition 1986. Rochester 1986.

Publisher's original illustrated laminated card wrap covers. 8vo. 8½'' x 5¼''. ISBN 0948305010. Contains 142 printed pages of text with archive monochrome illustrations throughout. Small pen dedication inside the front cover and in Fine condition, no dust wrapper as published. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0950573353

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Battle of Britain; The Hardest Day 18th August 1940

Price, Alfred

(Book #ID 44319)

Published by Macdonald & Jane's Ltd., 8 Shepherdess Walk, London First Edition 1979. London 1979.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black paper covers, silver title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. ISBN 0354012193. Contains vi, 223 printed pages of text with monochrome illustrations and maps throughout. Small white label over previous owners name to the front free end paper. Very Good condition book, in Very Good condition dust wrapper with small pin hole to the centre of the spine, price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this protects and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Battle of Britain Dorset

Legg, Rodney

(Book #ID 98814)

Published by Dorset Publishing Co. Wincanton, Somerset First Edition 1995. 1995.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 10'' x 7''. Contains 154 + vi printed pages of text with monochrome illustrations, silhouettes and archive photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0948699434

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Dambusters | A Landmark Oral History

Arthur, Max [Foreword by Stephen Fry]

(Book #ID 111503)

Published by Virgin Books, Random House, 20 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London First Edition 2008. 2008.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original green cloth covers, silver title and author lettering to the spine, archive photographic end paper. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Full printer's code to the copyright page 2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1. Contains [xi] 339 pp with monochrome maps and photographs throughout. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and not issued as a lending book with plate removed from the front free end paper and copyright page. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £20.00. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9781905264339

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Last of the Few | The Battle of Britain in the Words of the Pilots Who Won It

Arthur, Max

(Book #ID 111661)

Published by Virgin Books, Random House, 20 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London First Edition 2010. 2010.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original navy paper covered boards, blocked and lettered silver back, archive photographic end sheets. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Full printer's code to the copyright page 2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1. Contains 290 pp with splendid archive monochrome photographs throughout. Donation copy directly from the publisher to Kent Arts Archive Library, Canterbury, Kent. This has been stored in the trust's archive and has not been circulated as a lending book with bar code label partially removed from the bottom of the front free end paper. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £20.00. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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Spitfire Survivors

Riley, Gordon

(Book #ID 78267)

Published by Aston Publications, Harvest Hill, Bourne End, Bucks First Edition 1984. 1984.

First edition in publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers [softback]. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. Contains 72 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout. Shelf rubs to the panels, tiny rubs to the edges and in Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as published. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 094662710X

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Wings Aflame; The Biography of Group Captain Victor Beamish

Stokes, Doug [Jacket design by Peter Endsleigh Castle] Drawings by Cuthbert Orde [Group Captain Victor Beamish]

(Book #ID 60011)

Published by William Kimber & Co. Limited, 100 Jermyn Street, London First Edition 1985. London 1985.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original air force blue covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 191 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition art work dust wrapper, price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this preserves and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0718305566

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Five of the Many | Survivors of the Bomber Command Offensive from the Battle of Britain Tell their Story

Darlow, Steve [Rupert Cooling, Jack Goodman, Joe Petrie-Andrews, Tony Iveson and Harry Hughes]

(Book #ID 111582)

Published by Grub Street Publishing, 4 Rainham Close, London First Edition 2007. 2007.

First edition thus hard back binding in publisher's original moss green cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered silver back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 254 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. Small bookplate removed from the contents page. Near Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £20.00. Member of the P.B.F.A.

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The Battle of Britain; The Siege That Failed

Cole, Gerald

(Book #ID 67815)

Published by Firefly Publications 49 Charles Street, Berkhamsted First Edition 1990. Berkhamsted 1990.

First edition in publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers. 8vo. 8½'' x 5¼''. Contains 116 printed pages of text with monochrome photographs and maps throughout. In Fine condition, no dust wrapper as published. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0951569104

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