Christopher Campbell Bücher

En gennemgang af berømte piloter og flytyper fra 1. verdenskrig - rigt illustreret.

This work presents a historical investigation into the mysterious bug that wiped out the vineyards of France and then Europe in the 1860s - and how one young botanist, who had served an apprenticeship at Kew Gardens, eventually 'saved wine for the world'.

Set in the context of developments in naval air power, this is an account of the battle for the Pacific. A brief background explains the early victories of the Japanese. It then examines the build-up of US forces and the major battles of the war. The final chapter deals with the bombing of Japan.

In Dogs of Courage, Clare Campbell told the incredible journey of the dogs who conscripted to fight for their country. This time, she examines the plight of the nation's rescue cats, taking us from unsentimental horrors through to joyful happy endings

During the darkest days of the Second World War, the Allies listened intently to the messages of the enemy. Every whisper built a picture of the threat to come - weapons that were terrifying in their murderous capabilities. Target London is the dramatic tale of the inception of the German V-weapons, the Allies' epic race to discover the truth about them and the rockets' effects on the streets of London. Investigative historian Christy Campbell brilliantly interweaves the many strands of this gripping episode. At the heart of this tale is London - the target of Nazi Germany's plan to crush British morale.

THIS IS A PROFILE OF THE HISTORY, ADVERTISING AND CULT OF A LEGENDARY MACHINE---THE ULTIMATE "PEOPLE'S AUTO". PROFUSELY ILLUSTRATED CELEBRATION OF A CULTURAL PHENOMENON.