For hundreds of years Britain has been portrayed as an island fortress, impregnable since 1066, a self-sufficient nation protected by the sea around it. By exploring the fortresses and defensive structures of coastal Britain, Dan Cruickshank in the BBC series "Invasion" seeks to dispel this popular myth and provide an argument that Britain is a nation whose history is instead defined by the fear of invasion. This book analyzes the science of warfare and the military heritage of the country in its medieval castles, coastal tunnels, gun emplacements, World War II deep bomb shelters and more. It reveals fortresses both brilliant and hopeless. 185pp. N.B. Inch long closed tear to bottom right corner of front D/J.
Boxtree, 2001, Cloth, Book Condition: Fine, Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

ISBN: 0752220292

Inventory #20997

Price: £ 10.00 GBP ($ 15.80 approx. - € 12.08 approx.)

12pp.Illustrated.Photographic plate illustration on cover.
Curtis Museum, 1948, Card Covers, Book Condition: Very Good, Jacket Condition: No d/j as Published. First Edition. Pamphlet. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN:

Inventory #23437

Price: £ 5.00 GBP ($ 7.90 approx. - € 6.04 approx.)

Arlington National Cemetery is America's most treasured national burial ground, steeped in history and the site of many of our most solemn national memories. Much has transpired for America in the last eight years since the 2nd edition of this definitive guide. This revised 3rd edition provides complete coverage of this remarkable shrine, reflects recent events, and offers new material on: People - Chief Justice William Rhenquist, Tuskegee Airmen, Iraqi War causalities, and the Columbia Shuttle astronauts; Monuments - September 11 Memorial, Air Force Memorial, 3rd Infantry & 4th Infantry Memorials, and numerous trees designated as Living Monuments; and, Visitors Guide - Burial Regulations and Religious Symbols. Also included in this title are several new photographs featuring new memorials - for example, the Correspondents Memorial and Columbarium - plus updated maps. Written in close co-operation with cemetery staff, the National Park Service, and Arlington House, this comprehensive guide to this cherished place, where lie both the famous - admirals, generals, presidents, Supreme Court justices, and astronauts; and the not-so-famous - enlisted men, nurses, and unknown slaves. Peters details the history of the cemetery's inception and development and presents over 100 biographies of some of the most celebrated people buried there. Enjoy this terrific guide for its coverage of unique and important aspects of American history, or use it to prepare for a trip to Arlington National Cemetery and orient yourself while there. 359pp.
Woodbine House, 2008, Paperback, Book Condition: New, Jacket Condition: No d/j as Published. Third Edition. . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 9781890627928

Inventory #20143

Price: £ 8.50 GBP ($ 13.43 approx. - € 10.27 approx.)

Illustrated throughout, this book is the story of the month in the spring of 1943 - ''Black May'' as the U -boat crews called it - when it became clear that the Allies could and would defeat the submarine threat. Head and tail of spine slightly bumped. Edges of D/J slightly creased. 492pp.
Aurum Press, 1998, Cloth, Book Condition: Very Good, Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Heavy Item Postage Quote. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 1854105884

Inventory #22462

Price: £ 9.50 GBP ($ 15.01 approx. - € 11.48 approx.)

Previous owners inscription on front paste down. 160pp.
Blandford Press, 1988, Cloth, Book Condition: Fine, Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

ISBN: 0713718692

Inventory #22405

Price: £ 12.50 GBP ($ 19.75 approx. - € 15.10 approx.)