German Tanks of World War II (Enthusiast Color) [Paperback]

Michael Green (Author)

Book Description

Series: Enthusiast Color | Publication Date: May 14, 2000

The most fearsome tanks of WWII roll across the front lines in this fabulous color collection! The story of German tank evolution is depicted in rare color photos, including first-hand accounts of tank battles, plus detailed specifications. Light Panzer I and II tanks; medium Panzer III, IV and V tanks; and heavy Panzer VI, Tiger I and II tanks are featured, as well as a variety of tank support vehicles.

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About the Author

Michael Green is a freelance writer, researcher, and photographer who specializes in military, transportation, and law enforcement subjects with more than ninety books to his credit. In addition, he has written numerous articles for a variety of national and international military-related magazines.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Zenith Press (May 14, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760306710
• ISBN-13: 978-0760306710
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #451,374 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Michael Green is a freelance writer, researcher, and photographer. He specializes in military subjects and has authored and coauthored over 90 books. His books have been translated into German, Japanese and Georgian. In addition, Mr. Green has also authored and coauthored numerous articles for a variety of national and international military-related magazines including Armor; The Magazine of Mobile Warfare and Jane's Defense Weekly. Mr. Green is a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Tanker's Association and a tour guide at the Military Vehicle Technology Foundation.

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gem of a Book, October 2, 2001

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Nevin Ball (TX, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: German Tanks of World War II (Enthusiast Color) (Paperback)

German Tanks of World War II in Color is not an exhaustive study nor does it try to be. However, weighing in at only 96 pages, it contains a surprising amount of information. The book is organized into four chapters: light tanks, medium tanks, heavy tanks and support vehicles. All of the main panzers and armored fighting vehicles are discussed as well as their variants. The text is readable and informative. Text boxes add depth to the book by discussing tank anatomy, panzer division anatomy, weapon definitions, and color schemes. What truly makes this book unique are the color photographs of restored vehicles from museums and private collections around the world. The photo on the front cover is indicative of the eye-candy that awaits you inside. Recommended!

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great value., September 28, 2001

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A. Hufnal (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: German Tanks of World War II (Enthusiast Color) (Paperback)

This book packs a lot of information into its 96 pages. It's possible to find books on German Armor that have more detail, but not at this price. Brief but useful development histories are complemented by scores of high quality color photographs. Each of the Panzer series (I through VI) is featured, including most of the important variants (Tank destroyers and self-propelled artillery pieces). There is even a chapter on amored cars, halftracks, and reconnaissance vehicles. The text is good, but it is the photographs that set this book apart. Vintage snaps are coupled with shots of restored vehicles from museums and private collections around the world. I would recommend this book to modelers and history buffs alike.

25 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PANZERS IN COLOR, August 13, 2002

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Mert Ergene (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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I've read many books about the panzers in WWII. They have many useful information inside them. But they all had old black&white photos and some of them were really bad. But this book is great. It doesn't have so many information,the written things are known by many WWII fans. But what makes this book a 5 star treasure is the pictures. Who doesn't want to see Tigers, Panthers, King Tigers, Jagdpanthers and many more in colorful high quality pictures. The photos are taken from museums and collectors all around the world. When you are looking at the pictures you'll feel the real power of the Panther's 75mm gun and smell its gasoline and hear the roaring engine.