The Air Battle of the Ruhr, Alan W. Cooper — 1st Edition

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The Air Battle of the Ruhr, Alan W. Cooper — 1st Edition

Name: The Air Battle of the Ruhr, Alan W. Cooper — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
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Publication: Shrewsbury, Airlife Publishing Ltd, 1992

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 220.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The dark blue cloth boards are exceptionally clean with sharp corners and a firm, tight binding. The spine's gilt lettering, notably featuring a curious publisher's misprint spelling 'Rhur,' remains bright and unoxidised. Internally, the pages are crisp, bright, and completely free from foxing or previous ownership signatures. The dust jacket is vibrant and presentable, displaying only minor rubbing to the extremities and slight shelf-wear to the panels.

Catalogue Note This is a true first edition, first printing of Alan W. Cooper’s authoritative history. The book is notably characterised by a publisher’s misprint on the spine of the primary cloth binding, where the titular 'Ruhr' is incorrectly stamped in gilt as 'Rhur,' a fascinating production quirk that stands in contrast to the correctly spelled dust jacket.

Richly illustrated with photographic plates and portraits, this edition provides a comprehensive visual and statistical record of the offensive. While not a scarce title on the open market, finding a copy in such well-preserved condition with the spine misprint intact offers a unique appeal for collectors of RAF history.

First published in 1992, Alan W. Cooper's The Air Battle of the Ruhr provides a meticulous and harrowing account of RAF Bomber Command’s tactical offensive against German industry in the Ruhr Valley from March to July 1943. Blending rigorous statistical analysis with the vivid personal anecdotes of the aircrews who flew the dangerous night raids, Cooper captures the immense strain of navigating searchlights, flak, and enemy fighters. This essential history fills a critical gap in the study of the air war over mainland Germany, paying lasting tribute to the immense courage and sacrifice of the men who participated in these crucial operations.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Alan W. Cooper

Book Publisher: Airlife Publishing Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 220

Book Publication Year: 1992

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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