Tumult in the Clouds, Lt-Col. James A. Goodson — Arrow Edition

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Tumult in the Clouds, Lt-Col. James A. Goodson — Arrow Edition

Name: Tumult in the Clouds, Lt-Col. James A. Goodson — Arrow Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4628
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Publication: London, Arrow Books Limited, 1989

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 242.

Condition Report: Very Good. The text block remains structurally sound with a tight, uncreased spine, showing no signs of heavy reading wear or leaning. The glossy pictorial wrappers are bright, though they exhibit minor surface rubbing and slight curling to the corners, which is entirely customary for softcovers of this vintage. The rear panel displays isolated, minor spotting. Internally, the pages present a gentle, even age-toning typical of the paper stock, yet they remain perfectly supple and entirely legible without any tears, highlighting, or dampstaining. The original publisher's wrap-around "SIGNED" band is exceptionally well-preserved, showing only light edgewear and no significant tears.

Catalogue Note: This is an Arrow Books paperback reprint of the author’s classic World War II memoir, originally published in hardback by William Kimber & Co. in 1983.

The volume is distinguished by a warm, personal inscription on the title page in black ink: "To my friend, Paul Terry, With best regards, Yours, James Goodson." Furthermore, the book retains its striking, original publisher's "SIGNED" belly band. While standard unsigned paperback copies of this title circulate frequently, inscribed copies retaining their ephemeral promotional wrappings are considerably scarcer on the open market and highly desirable for aviation collectors.

Tumult in the Clouds is the gripping and highly personal account of Lt-Col. James A. Goodson’s harrowing experiences during the Second World War. From surviving the sinking of the SS Athenia just hours after war was declared in 1939, to volunteering with the RAF and eventually transferring to the US Air Force's Fourth Fighter Group, Goodson details his extraordinary frontline journey. Officially credited with the destruction of 32 enemy aircraft, Goodson, known as the "King of the Strafers," delivers a breathtaking narrative of aerial combat in Spitfires, Thunderbolts, and Mustangs, cementing his legacy as one of the leading flying aces of the conflict.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Lt-Col. James A. Goodson

Book Publisher: Arrow Books Limited

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Military

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Signed: Yes

Book Pages: 242

Book Publication Year: 1989

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Book Binding: Paperback

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Reading, United Kingdom

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