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Caractéristiques de l'objet
- État
- Brand
- Unbranded
- MPN
- Does not apply
- ISBN
- 9781524746322
- Book Title
- Wings of War : The World War II Fighter Plane That Saved the Allies and the Believers Who Made It Fly
- Item Length
- 9.3 in
- Publisher
- Penguin Publishing Group
- Publication Year
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1.1 in
- Genre
- Technology & Engineering, History
- Topic
- Military Science, Military / World War II, Military / Aviation, World
- Item Width
- 6.5 in
- Item Weight
- 19.2 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 336 Pages
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The incredible, untold story behind the rise of the P-51 Mustang, the World War II fighter plane that destroyed the Luftwaffe and made D-Day possible " Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga."-- Publishers Weekly - "[A] fascinating book about passion and innovation."--Walter Isaacson - "A n essential book for those who appreciate tales of military bravery, and also for all seeking understanding of decision-making under pressure. A major contribution. " --E. J. Dionne, Jr. When the P-51 Mustang began tearing across European skies in early 1944, the Allies had been losing the air war for years. Staggering numbers of bomber crews, both British and American, had been shot down and killed thanks to the Luftwaffe's superior fighter force. Not only did the air war appear grim, but any landing of troops in France was impossible while German fighters hunted overhead. But behind the scenes, a team of visionaries had begun to design a bold new type of airplane, one that could outrun and outmaneuver Germany's best. Wings of War is the incredible true story of the P-51 Mustang fighter and the unlikely crew of designers, engineers, test pilots, and army officers who brought it from the drafting table to the skies over World War II. This is hardly a straightforward tale of building an airplane--for years, the team was stymied by corruption within the defense industry and stonewalled by the Army Air Forces, who failed to understand the Mustang's potential. But when squadrons of Mustangs were finally unleashed over Hitler's empire, the Luftwaffe was decimated within months, clearing the skies for D-Day. A compelling, character-focused narrative replete with innovation, determination, and bravery, Wings of War is the never-before-told story of the airplane that truly changed the course of World War II.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
1524746320
ISBN-13
9781524746322
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20057260111
Product Key Features
Book Title
Wings of War : The World War II Fighter Plane That Saved the Allies and the Believers Who Made It Fly
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Military Science, Military / World War II, Military / Aviation, World
Publication Year
2022
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Technology & Engineering, History
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Width
6.5 in
Item Weight
19.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Lc Classification Number
D785.W44 2022
Reviews
" Wings of War soars, with its concise and engrossing history of the development and deployment of a pivotal plane, an aircraft that would change the outcome of WWII. Authors David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White portray the action that played out in the air and behind the scenes, making for a terrifically intriguing book." -- Booklist "The authors enrich the technical details with vivid character sketches and dramatic accounts of the Battle of the Bulge...and other campaigns. Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga." -- Publishers Weekly "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators, "The authors enrich the technical details with vivid character sketches and dramatic accounts of the Battle of the Bulge...and other campaigns. Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga." -- Publishers Weekly "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators, " Wings of War soars, with its concise and engrossing history of the development and deployment of a pivotal plane, an aircraft that would change the outcome of WWII. Authors David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White portray the action that played out in the air and behind the scenes, making for a terrifically intriguing book." -- Booklist "The authors enrich the technical details with vivid character sketches and dramatic accounts of the Battle of the Bulge...and other campaigns. Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga." -- Publishers Weekly "These profiles provide new insight and human interest around the development of the iconic Mustang." -- Library Journal "Most histories of the P-51 are combat histories, focusing on the plane and its pilots in action. The author delivers that but also delves deeply into the fighter's rocky origins and the struggle to bring the plane to production. The story of Edgar Schmued, the man who designed the P-51 and the later F-86, is fascinating and enriches the understanding of his creation. The tales of many others who brought Schmued's dream to fruition are also revealed in detail." -- WWII History Magazine "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators, "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators, "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators "David and Margaret White are gifted story tellers, intrepid reporters, and tireless detectives who find both clues and insights in archives and frayed documents. In telling the story of a fighter plane and its champions, Wings of War also sheds important light on how the allies prevailed in World War II and saved the democratic world. It's an essential book for those who appreciate tales of military bravery, and also for all seeking understanding of decision-making under pressure. A major contribution." --E. J. Dionne Jr., New York Times bestselling author of Our Divided Political Heart "In stirring fashion, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White shine a light on a little-known weapon that helped win the war, the P-51B Mustang fighter, and on three bold individuals who contributed to the plane's success. The authors bring to life the key personnel, decisions, and obstacles that shaped the transformation of the Mustang from conception to wartime reality. This is a must read for those interested in a behind-the-scenes examination of a decisive military weapon." --John Wukovits, author of Dogfight Over Tokyo and Black Sheep: The Life of Pappy Boyington " Wings of War soars, with its concise and engrossing history of the development and deployment of a pivotal plane, an aircraft that would change the outcome of WWII. Authors David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White portray the action that played out in the air and behind the scenes, making for a terrifically intriguing book." -- Booklist "The authors enrich the technical details with vivid character sketches and dramatic accounts of the Battle of the Bulge...and other campaigns. Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga." -- Publishers Weekly "These profiles provide new insight and human interest around the development of the iconic Mustang." -- Library Journal "Most histories of the P-51 are combat histories, focusing on the plane and its pilots in action. The author delivers that but also delves deeply into the fighter's rocky origins and the struggle to bring the plane to production. The story of Edgar Schmued, the man who designed the P-51 and the later F-86, is fascinating and enriches the understanding of his creation. The tales of many others who brought Schmued's dream to fruition are also revealed in detail." -- WWII History Magazine, "Most histories of the P-51 are combat histories, focusing on the plane and its pilots in action. The author delivers that but also delves deeply into the fighter's rocky origins and the struggle to bring the plane to production. The story of Edgar Schmued, the man who designed the P-51 and the later F-86, is fascinating and enriches the understanding of his creation. The tales of many others who brought Schmued's dream to fruition are also revealed in detail." -- WWII History Magazine "To read about the incredible drama and triumphs of the war is just so gratifying that the new books keep coming. This one is a welcome addition to the field... For the reader seeking a good introduction to the bomber war and its key players, Wings of War is a good place to start." --Washington Free Beacon "This book is great for aviation, war and history buffs - as well as those who enjoy learning about all subjects. Wings of War is a passion book that was highly researched by its authors.... The Harvard graduates work as researchers, using their skills to bring this new title to life." --We Are the Mighty, best military history books of 2022 " Wings of War soars, with its concise and engrossing history of the development and deployment of a pivotal plane, an aircraft that would change the outcome of WWII. Authors David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White portray the action that played out in the air and behind the scenes, making for a terrifically intriguing book." -- Booklist "The authors enrich the technical details with vivid character sketches and dramatic accounts of the Battle of the Bulge...and other campaigns. Aviation buffs will cheer this high-flying saga." -- Publishers Weekly "These profiles provide new insight and human interest around the development of the iconic Mustang." -- Library Journal "At a critical moment in World War II, the Allies developed a fast and futuristic warplane known as the P-51 Mustang. In this fascinating book about passion and innovation, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White tell the story of the visionary designer who created it and how the Mustang turned the air war and paved the way for D-Day." --Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Code Breaker and The Innovators "David and Margaret White are gifted story tellers, intrepid reporters, and tireless detectives who find both clues and insights in archives and frayed documents. In telling the story of a fighter plane and its champions, Wings of War also sheds important light on how the allies prevailed in World War II and saved the democratic world. It's an essential book for those who appreciate tales of military bravery, and also for all seeking understanding of decision-making under pressure. A major contribution." --E. J. Dionne Jr., New York Times bestselling author of Our Divided Political Heart "In stirring fashion, David Fairbank White and Margaret Stanback White shine a light on a little-known weapon that helped win the war, the P-51B Mustang fighter, and on three bold individuals who contributed to the plane's success. The authors bring to life the key personnel, decisions, and obstacles that shaped the transformation of the Mustang from conception to wartime reality. This is a must read for those interested in a behind-the-scenes examination of a decisive military weapon." --John Wukovits, author of Dogfight Over Tokyo and Black Sheep: The Life of Pappy Boyington
Lccn
2022-026360
Dewey Decimal
940.544
Dewey Edition
23
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