Edition: 7th Reprint
Illustrated By: Clayton Knight
Published By: John Hamilton Ltd.
Originally published anonymously, one of the authors of this book was a controversial industrialist by the name Elliott Springs, who wrote aviation books as a hobby. They were only printed in limited quantities and today are very difficult to find. This book is the edited diary of the other author, John MacGavock Grider, and follows his time as an American pilot during the First World War before his death in combat, being shot down behind the German lines. This lovely edition is the 7th reprint, bound in blue cloth with a gilt illustration on the front cover and gilt lettering to the spine. In the front of the book is attached a piece of paper indicating that this book was previously a part of a private collection. It is beautifully illustrated throughout with black and white drawings. Overall, this book is in very good condition. There is some very slight foxing to the pages throughout and the textblock, but otherwise the pages are clean and bright. The gilt on the covers has remained bright, despite some fading to the spine. the dust jacket is in good condition. There is some wear to the edges and corners. pp. 277.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: First Lieutenant John MacGavock Grider and Captain Elliott White Springs
Binding: Hardback
Ref: 123095
Price £60.00
