- The remarkable life of Herschel Mc Kee Herschel Mc Kee's remarkable life story reads like that of a comic-book hero. A daredevil, a leader of men &, above all, a survivor, Mc Kee fought in both World Wars, suffering numerous skirmishes with death. His colourful life included spells as a Foreign Legion soldier, fighter-pilot ace with the elite Lafayette Flying Corps, prisoner-of-war escapee, racing driver, WWII bomber-wing commander & test pilot. His amazing resilience led to him being nicknamed ' The Man Who Would Not Die' while he was still alive. Written in a lively, engaging style, here is the true story of an extraordinary man. ' Represents a fine effort from an author who has plenty of stories to tell' Autosport 'A hugely entertaining tale of a man who lived his life without fear' Motorsport Hardback, 234 x 156mm, 272 pages, 32 b&w illustrations ...

" Geoff Hunt’s pictures, perfectly accurate in period & details, but very far from merely representational, are often suffused with a light reminiscent of Canaletto" – Patrick O’ Brian. Author: Geoff Hunt 144 pages 300 x 280mm Hardback Geoff Hunt, RSMA, is know to millions of readers across the world as the artist responsible for the covers of Patrick O’ Brian’s Aubrey-Maturin novels. He is widely acknowledged to be one of the leading marine artists of his generation & his paintings of square-riggers, sea battles & naval operations, as well as deck & port scenes, truly evoke the era & workings of Nelson’s Navy & those of its enemies during the ‘ Age of Sail’. " The Marine Art of Geoff Hunt", written by the artist himself, presents over 100 paintings & sketches for the first time in a beautifully produced single volume. Geoff Hunt’s prolific career, his painting techniques & artistic influences & the trademark meticulous primary research, which contributes to each of his canvases, are examined in a lengthy introduction. This is followed by a series of five copiously illustrated ‘ Case Studies’ where the artist explains the initial inspirations, the exploration of source material & the often lengthy artistic progression that leads to the creation of a finished painting. The major part of the volume is dedicated to a plate section focussing on four distinct themes exhibited in the artist’s output: Painting Nelson’s Navy; The American Revolution; Illustrating the Naval Writers & The Modern Marine Scene. Publisher: Conway Maritime Press ...

When this book was first published in 1979 it was immediately recognised as the standard work on the evolution of rigging, mast making & sail making. More than twenty years later it remains the most comprehensive & informative work on the subject. Author: James Lees 93 photographs & 540 line drawings 304 pages Hardback The author himself wrote of the genesis of this book: ' As the rigging of contemporary models deteriorated over the years & so few untouched models were still in existence, I felt that a book conveying the various changes in rigging was a necessity to prevent the historical data from disappearing. This book was therefore compiled over some ten years from information obtained from contemporary manuscripts, books, models, etc in the archives of the National Maritime Museum.' He went on to say of it: ' By use of this book it will now be possible for model craftsmen throughout the world, in the present & future, to restore or make models correctly according to the historical features of the various periods. It will assist restorers of marine paintings in the difficult task of replacing obliterated rigging, as well as providing a handbook of technical information for the maritime & war historian.' Publisher: Conway Maritime Press ...

Model Engineer’s Handbook Tubal Cain This third edition comprises a compilation of tables, facts, procedures & data that the author has found invaluable in his model engineering activities including the use of data & calculations in both imperial & SI units. The book also contains helpful explanations of the hows & whys of using many of the entries.3rd Edition 210x 148mm 240 pages Illustrated paperback ...

- A step-by-step guide to building a layout A comprehensive, fully illustrated step-by-step guide to constructing a model railway. From building the baseboard, laying track & wiring up, to creating realistic scenery & adding intricate details. Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 192 pages, 300 illustrations ...

Stuart Lodge: For sheer excitement, the launch of a model rocket takes a lot of beating. The tention of the countdown, ignition, a blast of flame & smoke & your creation boosts skywards. The spectacle of a detailed scale rocket hurtling skywards then either drifting down on a recovery parachute, or a high-performance boost glider circling in a thermal current immediately brings to mind thoughts of interplanetary & infinity of space. Author Stuart Lodge has experienced all forms of model rocketry & built up a depth of experience of the science & practice of this futuristic hobby. this book describes the physics & chemistry for those who want to explore & gain the kowledge to safely enjoy it. The whole spectrum of the hobby is covered including history, scale & functional model construction, propellants, stability, recovery & ground support systems plus much more. ...

The first volume examines naval events at Toulon in 1793 where Sir Sidney Smith burnt half of the French Mediterranean Fleet & Howe’s victory over French forces at the ‘ Glorious First of June’ in 1794. Whilst momentous events were taking place in Europe, the Royal Navy was also playing an important role in colonial expeditions as British statesmen looked to the West Indies as a region where small maritime forces could operate against French possessions. Author: W M Jamesapprox. 10 illustrations 420 pages May 2002150 x 230 mm Hardback The Naval History of Great Britain During the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars William James’ Naval History is one of the most valuable works in the English language on the operation of the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars. The original five volumes were published in 1822-24, with a six-volume edition appearing in 1826. Previously the work has only been available to scholars through specialist libraries. This new edition, with each individual volume indexed separately for the first time, provides an accessible, affordable edition of this important work. Publisher: Conway Maritime Press ...

The second volume covers the important years of 1797-1799. In 1797 the British Mediterranean fleet had been forced to withdraw by the Spanish declaration of war. Admiral John Jervis based his fleet at Lisbon & attacked the Spanish on 14th June 1797 gaining an important victory off Cape St. Vincent. This victory was followed by the debilitating mutinies at the Nore & Spithead, which shook national confidence in the Royal Navy. Some of this confidence was restored as Admiral Duncan defeated the Dutch fleet at Camperdown in 1797. The following year the Royal Navy re-entered the Mediterranean with dramatic results. Nelson's crushing victory over the French at the Battle of the Nile isolated Napoleon's army in Egypt & secured British control of the Mediterranean. Author: W M James Approx. 10 illustrations 411 pages May 2002150 x 230 mm Hardback The Naval History of Great Britain During the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars William James’ Naval History is one of the most valuable works in the English language on the operation of the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars. The original five volumes were published in 1822-24, with a six-volume edition appearing in 1826. Previously the work has only been available to scholars through specialist libraries. This new edition, with each individual volume indexed separately for the first time, provides an accessible, affordable edition of this important work. Publisher: Conway Maritime Press ...

The fourth volume covers the famous years of 1805-1807. 1805 remains the most famous of years for the Royal Navy. The narrative in this volume provides a detailed & in depth account of the Battle of Trafalgar & the death of Nelson. However, the examination of the subsequent years proves that naval history did not end in 1805. In 1806 Duckworth gained a notable victory off San Domingo while Sir Sidney Smith annoyed the French (as well as his superiors & army officers) off the coast of Italy. The Cape of Good Hope was captured from the Dutch & an unofficial expedition arrived in the River Plate. In 1807 Britain was isolated from the continent & controversial measures were undertaken at Copenhagen & Lisbon to prevent the French from seizing neutral navies. Author: W M James Approx. 10 illustrations 440 pages May 2002150 x 230 mm Hardback The Naval History of Great Britain During the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars William James’ Naval History is one of the most valuable works in the English language on the operation of the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary & Napoleonic Wars. The original five volumes were published in 1822-24, with a six-volume edition appearing in 1826. Previously the work has only been available to scholars through specialist libraries. This new edition, with each individual volume indexed separately for the first time, provides an accessible, affordable edition of this important work. Publisher: Conway Maritime Press ...