The Battle of Britain: Book 2 of the Ladybird Expert History of the Second World War

An accessible, authoritative introduction for adult readersPart of the new Ladybird Expert series, Battle of Britain is an accessible, insightful and authoritative account of the most famous aerial battle in history.Historian, author and broadcaster James Holland draws on the latest research and interviews with participants to bring colour, detail and a fresh perspective to the story.Inside, you'll discover how tactics, organisation and new technologies were brought to bear, about the different challenges faced by both the RAF and the Luftwaffe, and, above all, the skill, bravery and endurance of the airmen engaged in a contest that was of critical importance to the outcome of the war.Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture.Other books currently available in the Ladybird Expert series include-Climate ChangeQuantum MechanicsEvolutionShackletonFor an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years.

“Battle of Britain shines a light on some of the darkest and most dramatic moments of the six-year conflict.-- The Daily Mail”

Battle of Britain shines a light on some of the darkest and most dramatic moments of the six-year conflict. The Daily Mail

James Holland is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories he has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series. He has a weekly Second World War podcast, We Have of Making You Talk, with Al Murray, and is Chair of the Chalke Valley History Festival. He is a research fellow at St Andrew's University.

James Holland James Holland was born in Salisbury, Wiltshire, and studied history at Durham University. A member of the British Commission for Military History and the Guild of Battlefield Guides, he also regularly contributes reviews and articles in national newspapers and magazines and appears on national radio. His many books include Fortress Malta , Italy's Sorrow , The Battle of Britain , Burma '44 and the epic War in the West quartet. and his fictional WW2 series featuring Sergeant Jack Tanner. James is a founder and organiser of the Chalke Valley History Festival. Other titles in Series 117 4 Shackleton

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