Product Description
Rare original in wrapper with early illustration by Eric Sloane.
Beautiful classsic wrap-around jacket design.
Handy 5 1/4" x 7 3/4" design.
1940 date at title page.
Stated at copyright: "Published August, 1940; Second Printing, March, 1941.
" Red full cloth boards, black cover titles with vignettes of flying planes.
Pages near fine, clean.
Bind fine, square; hinges intact.
Original wrapper, moderate shelf wear, toning;; protected in new clear sleeve.
Insured post.
A concise yet comprehensive introduction to flying.
Vetter clearly presents fundamental flying skills and knowledge.
He addresses common questions and concerns that new flyers may have.
A valuable guide for anyone interested in aviation.
Vetter uses a simple structured approach making flight accessible to all.
Ernest G.
Vetter also wrote "Death Was Our Escort," a biography of Lieutenant JG Edward T.
Hamilton, who served in the U.
S.
Navy Reserve during World War II culiminating his death in combat with the Japanese.
Vetter examines Hamilton from his early life, to his training and deployment to the Pacific Theater.
Hamilton then flew missions against the Japanese forces.
Throughout the book, Vetter provides a vivid description of the dangers and challenges that Hamilton and his fellow pilots faced during the war.
He also explores the personal relationships and experiences that shaped Hamilton's character, including his romance with a nurse named Mary.
The title of the book, Death Was Our Escort, refers to the constant threat of death that Hamilton and his fellow pilots faced during their missions.
Despite the dangers, Hamilton remained committed to his duty and continued to fly missions until his death in combat.
Overall, Death Was Our Escort is a gripping and emotional account of one man's service and sacrifice during World War II.
It offers a unique perspective on the war and the bravery of the men who fought in it.
Vetter glories in the valor and sacrifice of military service.
His flight culminated in his death during combat.
Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" Tall
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