Fighter Leader, Norman Franks — 1st Edition

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Fighter Leader, Norman Franks — 1st Edition

Name: Fighter Leader, Norman Franks — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 5576
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Publication: London, William Kimber, 1978

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [viii], 184.

Condition Report: Very Good. The binding remains firm and tight in its original blue cloth boards, showing minimal shelf-wear and no significant bumping to the corners or spine ends. Gilt lettering to the spine remains notably bright and unoxidised. Internally, the pages are clean and largely free of foxing, though there is some light, uniform toning consistent with the paper stock of the period. The original dust jacket exhibits some mild edge-wear and slight rubbing to the extremities, particularly at the head of the spine, but remains intact, unclipped, and presents well, maintaining its vivid cover imagery.

Catalogue Note: First edition. This biography details the life of Wing Commander Ian Gleed, an outstanding fighter pilot during the Second World War. The book contains detailed appendices covering his combat victories, decorations, and the aeroplanes he flew.

Given its publication in 1978 and its specific focus on a single RAF ace, first editions in this condition, particularly with the original, intact dust jacket, have become uncommon on the open market, appealing to specialist collectors of aviation history.

Fighter Leader chronicles the extraordinary life and combat career of Wing Commander Ian Gleed, DSO, DFC, CdG. From his early days to his leadership in the air battles over England and his ultimate command of the Desert Air Force, Gleed was renowned as a fearless and tactically brilliant fighter pilot. Aviation historian Norman Franks draws on operational records and personal accounts to paint a vivid portrait of a man who lived for flying and fighting, right up to his final sortie.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Norman Franks

Book Publisher: William Kimber

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 184

Book Publication Year: 1978

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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