U.S. Navy Fighters of WWII (Enthusiast Color Series) [Paperback]

Robert L. Lawson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1998 | Series: Enthusiast Color

Rare original colour photographs from the er a and a historically exacting text depict these legendary ai rcraft and their squadrons as they attempt to impede the enc roaching Japanese Imperial Navy. '

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About the Author

Robert Lawson is one of the important writers of American children's books in this century. Along with Ben and Me and Rabbit Hill, his illustrations for Ferdinand mark high points in the creation of popular and distinguished literature for children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks International (August 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760305595
• ISBN-13: 978-0760305591
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #873,092 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Barrett Tillman (b. 1948) was born into a NE Oregon ranching family and developed an early interest in aviation history. He learned to fly as a teenager, was first published at age 15, and graduated from the University of Oregon with a journalism degree in 1971. He has worked as a newspaper reporter, book publisher, and magazine editor, but has been self employed all but seven years since graduating from college. Though best known for his histories of US naval aviation, he also has published six novels plus short stories, and has sold a screenplay.

Tillman continues writing nonfiction books and has written more than 550 articles in the US and abroad. He frequently appears as a commentator on TV documentaries in addition to his speaking appearances. The recipient of six writing awards, he lives with his wife in Arizona.

Tillman's web site and blog are found at www.btillman.com.

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding look at the Navy fighter stars of World War II, August 25, 1998

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This review is from: U.S. Navy Fighters of WWII (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)

The book presents a concise view of the navy's fighter force in the Second World War, with some of the best photos of the planes involved that I've seen. Mr Tillman's vast knowledge of naval history and Mr. Lawson's most comprehensive photo collection make this a must for those readers with a thirst for accurate presentation. The only criticism I can offer is that I wish it had been longer, with more photos and personal accounts of some of the participants in that great conflict. But, that is covered in other Tillman works about Naval aviation. All in all, a fine read and welcome addition to a growing collection of Mr. Tillman's fine offerings. It is especially fitting, I believe, that it is dedicated to the memory of Jeff Ethell.

3.0 out of 5 stars Received Wrong Item. **UPDATE**, December 2, 2011

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This review is from: U.S. Navy Fighters of WWII (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)

I received the wrong item. I received "World War II U.S. Navy Air Combat" by Robert Lawson and Barrett Tillman instead of "U.S. Navy Fighters of WWII (Enthusiast Color Series)". The "Used Good" bar-code label was for the ordered item, but was on the wrong book. Despite the error, I will keep the item.

**UPDATE** 12/6/2011
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Date: December 6, 2011

Because of seller's quick response and their offer of a refund, I am happy with their effort to correct the `Fulfillment by Amazon' error. I am pleased with this third-party seller, GreatBuyBooks and am increasing my rating to three stars.

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good small book, May 9, 2004

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Alex Salazar (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: U.S. Navy Fighters of WWII (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)

For a book of its size, this was very good. The pictures are excellent and the stories of the fighters themselves were just as good. Recommended for anyone interested in U.S. Naval aviation in the Second World War.