Fighter Aces by Christopher Shores is a classic work of World War II aviation history and an essential addition to any military history or aviation collection. Published in 1975 by Hamlyn, this large-format hardcover volume explores the dramatic world of fighter pilots and aerial combat during the Second World War, combining authoritative historical research with striking illustrations and photographs.
Christopher Shores is widely respected as one of the foremost historians of military aviation, and this work reflects his deep knowledge of fighter operations across multiple theatres of war. Fighter Aces covers famous aces, legendary dogfights, and the aircraft that shaped the conflict in the skies, including iconic fighters flown by the RAF, Luftwaffe, United States Army Air Forces, Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service, and other combatants. Richly illustrated throughout, the volume captures both the technical beauty of wartime aircraft and the human stories behind the pilots who flew them.
The artwork and design of the dust jacket make this an especially attractive display piece for collectors of aviation and military history books. With its combination of accessible writing, historical insight, and visual appeal, Fighter Aces remains a sought-after title among enthusiasts of World War II aviation, aircraft modelling, and twentieth-century military history.
This edition of Fighter Aces is ideal for collectors, researchers, aviation enthusiasts, and readers interested in the heroic and dangerous world of wartime fighter aviation.
Condition - Near Fine
1975 near fine hardcover in near fine dust jacket protected in a Brodart cover. Blue cloth boards remain clean and well preserved with bright silver titling on the spine. Internally clean and well bound. Dust jacket presents exceptionally well under protective covering.
