{"product_id":"abc-british-aircraft-of-world-war-two-kenneth-g-munson-1st-edition","title":"abc British Aircraft of World War Two, Kenneth G. Munson — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication\u003c\/strong\u003e: London, Ian Allan Ltd, 1961\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16mo, pp. 64.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The original illustrated paper wrappers show moderate shelf-wear and rubbing to the extremities, with some minor creasing and subtle edge-wear along the spine. The staple binding remains entirely sound and secure. Internally, the pages exhibit age-related toning and scattered foxing, most notably to the preliminary leaves and title page, though the text and monochrome photographic illustrations remain bright and completely legible throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/b\u003e First edition. A profusely illustrated guide detailing the aircraft of the Royal Air Force and Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War. This volume completes the author's record of western European powers' aircraft from the conflict. Copiously illustrated throughout with monochrome photographs largely sourced from the Imperial War Museum and the Air Ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edition is relatively common on the open market, though increasingly difficult to find in pristine condition due to its ephemeral, pocket-sized format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA concise and comprehensive guide to the British military aircraft of the Second World War. Compiled by Kenneth G. Munson, this highly sought-after 1961 edition from the iconic Ian Allan abc series provides detailed specifications, developmental histories, and rare photographs of the legendary bombers, fighters, and transport planes that defined the era. An essential pocket reference for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and scale modellers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54576943202643,"sku":"5042","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260809_193559.jpg?v=1786614963","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/abc-british-aircraft-of-world-war-two-kenneth-g-munson-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}