Ghosts of the Skies: Aviation in the Second World War [Hardcover]

Philip Makanna (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2002

160 PAGES, 11 ½" x 11 ½" HARDBOUND BOOK

Renowned, award-winning aviation photographer Philip Makanna captures beautifully restored combat aircraft of World War II in full flight - many of them for the last time - in this magnificent volume.

117 lavish, full color photographs and 66 extraordinary archival images are interwoven with historical quotes and firsthand accounts from the pilots themselves to create a remarkable tribute to the unforgettable planes that one the war and the courageous men who flew them.

Editorial Reviews

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"Dazzling" -- SMITHSONIAN AIR AND SPACE

"If I could choose one book to hand down to my children, this would have to be it." -- WARBIRDS WORLDWIDE

"Luminous" -- AMERICAN HERITAGE

"Magnificent!" -- NEW YORK TIMES

From the Publisher

These books provide a fascinating reference resource, spanning military aviation from its very beginnings right up to present day. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: GHOSTS (September 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0916997251
• ISBN-13: 978-0916997250
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #182,268 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, March 3, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Ghosts of the Skies: Aviation in the Second World War (Hardcover)

Dear Buyers,

This has to be the most beautiful documentation of World War II aviation. Looking at the amazing pictures, I think of my days flying Hellcats in the Pacific. This book brings tears to my eyes reading Phil Makanna's beautiful writing. This book is nothing short of superb. Thank You.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book, October 13, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Ghosts of the Skies: Aviation in the Second World War (Hardcover)

The photography alone makes this a 10 as far as WWII aviation books go, but this book has a lot more including snipits of history and some of the most meaningful quotes from WW2 heroes and leaders.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Husband loves this book., December 31, 2010

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This review is from: Ghosts of the Skies: Aviation in the Second World War (Hardcover)

My husband is a WWII buff and he loves anything to do with aircraft. We found this book on other sights, but this had the best price. Ordering was easy and it came in time for Christmas. Thank you!