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The "Daily Telegraph" Book of Airmen's Obituaries
Edward Bishop
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Description for The "Daily Telegraph" Book of Airmen's Obituaries
Paperback. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: BG; TRPS; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 138 x 30. Weight in Grams: 618.
This book features 100 fascinating obituaries of men and women who have figured in the story of civil and military aviation history. Ranging from R. E. Bishop who designed the de Havilland Mosquito to Cheshire VC who flew 'the wooden wonder', to Tom Sopwith, the pioneer plane maker to Sir Frank Whittle, the jet engine pioneer, Bishop's obituaries reflect the glories and setbacks of aviation in peace and war. Written with wit, insight, compassion and humour, here is a richly unpredictable medley of colourful personalities.
This book features 100 fascinating obituaries of men and women who have figured in the story of civil and military aviation history. Ranging from R. E. Bishop who designed the de Havilland Mosquito to Cheshire VC who flew 'the wooden wonder', to Tom Sopwith, the pioneer plane maker to Sir Frank Whittle, the jet engine pioneer, Bishop's obituaries reflect the glories and setbacks of aviation in peace and war. Written with wit, insight, compassion and humour, here is a richly unpredictable medley of colourful personalities.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Grub Street United Kingdom
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
Number of Pages
512
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781904943266
SKU
V9781904943266
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99-2
Reviews for The "Daily Telegraph" Book of Airmen's Obituaries
'The book makes a handy reference to some of the great and good, and to one or two of the less conventional members, of the aviation community. Recommended.' RAF Historical Society Journal