Spitfire - Blueprint of an icon
Spitfire - Blueprint of an icon
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Spitfire: Blueprint of an Icon is an engaging tribute to an aircraft that became the symbol of Britain's wartime resilience and ingenuity. Sleek, powerful and unforgettable, the Spitfire didn't just fight in the skies, it defined an era.
This beautifully designed book journeys through the Spitfire's legendary story. From its revolutionary design and unmatched performance to the daring pilots who flew it, discover what makes this aircraft a true icon of aviation. Drawing on IWM's rich visual collections and firsthand testimony, this book explores the Spitfire's role in pivotal battles, its evolution and its enduring legacy, while answering one intriguing question: what makes an icon?
‘A compelling and brilliantly told account of the Spitfire’s story. Kieran Whitworth has brought fresh research and the immense archives of the IWM to provide a succinct history of this iconic aircraft but also the tale of those who flew it and prepared it for duty. It’s a book that brilliantly captures the spirit of this most beautiful of warbirds.’ James Holland.
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‘What a sublime tribute to one of the most famous aviation designs in history. Kieran Whitworth concisely and succinctly touches all the bases bringing the Spitfire story to life in all its glory. Well written and thought provoking this book provides an ideal introduction to the iconic aircraft. The text is supported by some particularly outstanding images drawn from the IWM’s archives. Highly recommended.’ Anthony Tucker-Jones, author of The Changing Face of Aerial Warfare
'Wonderful images and evocative quotes from the IWM archives combine in this impressive new history of the iconic Spitfire. Kieran Whitworth’s well-written book tells the full story of how this legendary aircraft came into being and contributed to victory in the Second World War, providing everything you ever wanted to know (and more) about the Spitfire as well as the people who designed, built and flew her. This is essential reading for anybody who wants to understand the vital importance of history’s most famous aircraft.' Anthony Richards, Bestselling Author of Battle of Britain – A Visual History
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Publisher : Imperial War Museum
Language : English
Print length : 96 pages
Item weight : 172 g
Dimensions : 12.5 x 2 x 18.5 cm
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