Merlin Power: The Growl Behind Air Power in World War II by Victor F. Bingham, First Edition, Airlife Publishing Ltd. – England - 1998, Hardcover with Dust Jacket. ISBN: 1-85310-068-4. 176 Pages which includes Index.
This book and Dust Jacket are in immaculate condition.
The Rolls-Royce Merlin is considered by many to be the most outstanding liquid-cooled reciprocating piston engine of World War II. It powered the majority of Allied aircraft in Europe, including British and American designs. This book examines the origins of the engine's development from its predecessor, the Kestrel, through its single-stage conception to its two-speed, two-stage final form. Twenty-two Merlin powered aircraft are then examined in depth with examinations of development, design, construction and eventual operation. Wonderful design drawings by Lyndon Jones are themselves masterpieces. Included amongst the aircraft described in the book are the Avro Lancaster, Lincoln and York, the de Havilland Mosquito and Hornet, the Bristol Beaufighter II and IV, the Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire, the North American Mustang, the Handley Page Halifax, the Curtiss P40 Kittyhawk and the Vickers Wellington.
This book has been in our family library for a long time and is like new. This is a CASH Sale only, No Checks. Can provide more pictures upon request. We can meet at a local "safe place" so you to review the book and then decide if you would like it. Would consider shipping with buyer paying for the cost. Thank you for looking and considering this book on Craigslist.
Book Size: 10.00” x 7.75” x 0.40 approx. inches