This is the fascinating story of the life of Sir Basil Embry, who is a legendary figure in the history of air power and the Second World War. Characteristics Size 14 x 22 x 3 cm or 6’ x 9’ x 1-1/4’ Nbr. of pages 350 Book cover finish Hardcover ( square back binding ) with Dust jacket Published date 1957 Language Anglais Conditions Très bon état Author Basil Embry Publisher Methuen, London Description This is the fascinating story of the life of Sir Basil Embry, who is a legendary figure in the history of air power and the Second World War, as one of the first airman to return home after escaping from the Germans after the Battle of France, head of a nightfighter wing in the Battle of Britain, with the Desert Air Force with the 8th Army in Africa, fighting in Europe, and finally, the Commander-in-Chief Allied Air Forces, Europe at the time of his retirement in 1955. The book is in very good condition; the spine is tight, and the cover is clean with minor shelf wear including scuffing and/or bumping. The pages are clear and easily readable with minor to moderate yellowing. The dust jacket is price clipped with minor chipping and small tears, and is in very good condition. Although published in England by Methuen, there is a Praeger Publusher sticker on the title page. See the photographs. Basil Embry on Wikipedia
