Description
A beautifully illustrated exploration of aerial combat over the Channel front in 1941-42 as the Battle of Britain abated, featuring two of World War II's most famous fighters - the Spitfire and the Bf 109.
About the Author
Osprey Aviation Editor since 1989, Tony Holmes is a native of Fremantle, Western Australia. Responsible for devising the Aircraft of the Aces, Combat Aircraft, Aviation Elite Units and Duel series, Tony has also written more than 25 books for Osprey in the past 26 years. Jim Laurier is a native of New England and lives in New Hampshire. He attended Paier School of Art in Hamden, Connecticut, from 1974-78, and since graduating with Honours, he has been working professionally in the field of Fine Art and Illustration. He has been commissioned to paint for the US Air Force and has aviation paintings on permanent display at the Pentagon. Gareth Hector is a digital artist of international standing as well as an aviation history enthusiast. Gareth completed the battlescene artwork and cover artwork.
Book Information
ISBN 9781472805768
Author Tony Holmes
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 264g
Dimensions(mm) 248mm * 184mm * 8mm