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A vivid account of WW2 RAF torpedo bombers by a former pilot who joined the RAF in 1940 and saw action in the middle east and West Africa, engaging in dangerous, low level and often moonlit operations. New edition of a classic account first published in 1957, with a new introduction from the author.

The most influential French chef of the post-nouvelle cuisine era, Robuchon offers over 800 recipes, secrets and tips in this comprehensive guide. Robuchon has mentored such distinguished chefs as Gordon Ramsay and Michael Caines, and his signature dishes include a cauliflower cream with caviar and potato puree. 'Someone has to be top... that man is Joel Roubuchon' Giles Mcdonagh, "Financial Times

In the autumn of 2007, ninety years after this legendary fighter fell to earth, there will be a full length feature film released in the UK and Germany simply entitled The Red Baron, with Joseph Fiennes in the lead role. Manfred Freiherr von Richthofen was the most feared and celebrated of all German pilots in World War I, and has become one of the iconic figures of history. This book, by three respected historians, has researched in detail th...

Ditha Bruncel's detailed memory of living in Germany during the Second World War provides a rare, first-hand insight into the day-to-day struggle against Nazi oppression, when even small acts of defiance or resistance carried great personal risk. In 1945 Ditha was living with her parents in the small town of Lossen, in Upper Silesia. Close Jewish friends had vanished, swastikas hung from every building, and neighbors were disappearing in the m...

Catherine Mason's vegetarian recipes have been described by Nigel Slater as 'Bold, sassy, sophisticated cooking'. This book which appeared in hardback in 2002 and is now published for the first time in paperback will be welcomed by the many fans of her recipes. Her pared-down lively style of cooking uses the best of fresh herbs and produce in season and is perfect for the modern cook. Starters, Soups and Snacks include Spiced Pumkin Dip and ...

During the summer months of 1944, a daily onslaught by V-1 jet-propelled flying bombs, heading for London and southern England, was countered in the skies of Kent and Sussex. In this significant work, respected historians detail every known success by the defending pilots of over 13 nationalities, and where detected, record all locations and casualties of V-1 impacts in London and the south east. In doing so, they rely not only on official do...

Looks at the career of Mitchell, an RAF Volunteer Reserve officer who served with 58 Squadron in 1940-41, was awarded the DFC and helped develop the first navigation training simulators in the US, where he was awarded the US Legion of Merit. Returning to the UK in 1942, he was personally selected to join the crew of Winston Churchill's private aircraft, and navigated Churchill to conferences all over the world.

In 1982, when he was travelling in India, the author stumbled on the remains of a British plane - a Hurricane Mark 1, a veteran of the Battle of Britain. It was in a dreadful state. Could he restore it? Would it fly again? Not until 14 years later did he decide to act and after six years of wrangling he got the icon home.

Bird draws on contemporary diaries, periodicals, letters, logbooks, memoirs and interviews with survivors to assess the vital role played by pilots of Bristol Blenheim MKIV-Fs, who protected Britain's south and east coast during the Second World War. Illustrated in b/w.

Slow-cooked flavour in a fast-paced world - pressure cookers are one of the greenest cooking methods imaginable. Marguerite Pattern's helpful guide provides an insight into the quick and cheap meals that can be prepared with pressure cookers.

Mustard has a long and fascinating history weaving back through many different cultures. It was being cultivated even earlier than 4000BC. The peppery flavoured leaves of the plant can be eaten and are indeed one of the mainstays of southern American soul food cooking and its seeds can be pressed to make oil as well as used whole.

First published in 1987, this has been unavailable in the UK for many years. With more than 260 recipes for all seasons, occasions and tastes, Madison is dedicated to elegance and balance, taste and texture, colour and freshness.

The first in-depth look at Göring's role as a military flyer and air combat leader during the First World War. Most books about Göring focus on his crimes during WWII, but he was also an ace fighter pilot, with 22 downed aircraft to his credit, and the recipient of numerous prestigious medals, including Prussia's highest bravery award. He also flew with the infamous Red Baron. Illustrated.

A fascinating study of an airfield and its units at the forefront of the air battle for Europe. Through 1941 to the end of the war, action was continuous with famous characters like Harry Broadhurst, Paddy Finucane, Wilfred Duncan-Smith and Max Bygraves joining the myriad of nationalities based there. The Hornchurch base was predominant during vital events such as the Dieppe raid, the Channel Dash, Operation Starkey, D-Day, and in countering t...

Arguably the highest scoring R.A.F. fighter pilot of the First World War, Edward 'Mick' Mannock's life, and most particularly his death, are still shrouded in mystery. Did he achieve as many victories as are sometimes ascribed to him? How did he die? Where did he die, and more pertinently, where do his remains now lie? Respected investigative historians Norman Franks and Andy Saunders have assessed all the evidence and cut through the speculat...

Rod Smith and his brother Jerry became Spitfire pilots during World War II, leaving their home in Canada only to find themselves - serving together in the defence of Malta during 1942. In late 2001 Rod Smith died tragically at his own hand, leaving behind a part-written autobiography and many notes. This book is a testament to them.

Contains over a decade of research and millions of calories, with over 400 recipes for everything from ice cream to wafers, bombes to punches, and even a selection of recipes for diabetics and vegans. Also looks at the history and origins of ice-cream, with lots of photos and illustrations. 'They have come up with what I think is the really definitive book on the subject' Delia Smith *Also appeared in June 2009 Buyer's Notes*

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Former pastry chef turned cookery writer tackles the subject of tarts and pies giving an historical background to every recipe. Includes classics such as Lemon Meringue Pie, Apple Pie, Banoffee Pie and Ice Cream Pie. There are over 150 recipes, many photographed in full colour.

Cake recipes from around the world, following on from the success of "Cakes Regional & Traditional", this time featuring recipes from Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East, the US, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and many more.