The skies over Europe during World War I saw a uniquely modern contest for tactical and technological supremacy. Each new strategy or invention by the Allies or Central Powers quickly brought a deadly response from the other. Each innovation was tested in the air by combat pilots who were gambling with their lives. At times with a life expectancy of only 21 flying days, the pilots became the most enduring legend of the War.Eric and Jane Lawson present a unique treatment of the air actions of World War I as a single grand campaign, with the balance of power shifting back and forth with each new weapon or tactic.World War I broke out in August 1914, only 11 years after the Wright brothers' first airplane flight. The warring nations assembled makeshift air forces of civilian aircraft flown by amateur pilots, largely for reconnaissance purposes.By the end of 1915 haphazard observation, hand-dropped bombs, and pilots occasionally shooting at each other with carbines and begun to give way to specialized air squadrons, specially designed aircraft, bomb racks, aerial cameras and mounted machine guns.By war's end long-range bombing, rudimentary aircraft carriers, rocket - and cannon - armed planes, radios, ground-attach tactics, and other features of modern warfare had made an appearance. Eric and Jane Lawson maintain focus on the human dimension of the conflict. The most important commanders and pilots are examined, as well as groundbreaking coverage of the first African-American combat pilot, the first women to fly military missions, and Fiorello LaGuardia's days as an Italian bombardier. Billy Mitchell's image as an advocate of air power is balanced with a detailed account of his role in the St. Mihiel offensive, in which he assembled the war's largest air armada, made up of American, British, French, and even Italian aircraft. The First Air Campaign features a fast paced narrative supplemented by detailed information on unit organization and aircraft performance and innovated new maps illustrating the first attempts to apply the principles of war to aerial maneuver. Also included are unique war-time photographs, some not seen in 75 years, and specially-prepared charts, available nowhere else, graphically portraying the ever-changing balance of air power throughout the war.

The First Air Campaign: August 1914 - November 1918 (Great Campaigns)

History

Eric Lawson

Jane Lawson

Americas

Combined Books

"Going far beyond the burger, the recipes in this book include exciting combinations of flavours and textures to inspire your next backyard party. Get outside, fire up the barbecue and start cooking!"

BBQ: Food for Friends

Whitecap Books

Yoshoku is an exciting new book that introduces Japanese flavours and basic cooking methods into Western style cooking. The result is a book full of simply flavoured food that is fresh, light and interesting. Yoshoku will appeal to anyone who is curious about exploring Japanese ingredients, would like to add some new and exciting recipes to their repetoire or would like to take advantage of the recognised health benefits of the Japanese diet. Stunning photography of the food and the atmospheric location shots make this both inspiring and practical.

Yoshoku

Murdoch Books UK

"Sense of Style: Colour + Space" is a 'how to' book with its own sense of style. Interior stylist Shannon Fricke presents the design tools needed to create home decor that truly reflects the owner's individuality. Her approach combines sensory awareness with practical skills and a basic grasp of design fundamentals in order to discover and apply an innate sense of individual style. Shot by leading interiors photographer Prue Ruscoe, "Sense of Style: Colour + Space" has a relaxed, eclectic visual style that is sophisticated and cutting edge, but always accessible and engaging.

Sense of Style - Colour and Space

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Home Improvement & Design

MURDOCH BOOKS

"Join Jane Lawson as she takes you on a culinary journey through the magnificent cold-climate cuisines of the snow-cloaked regions of northern, central and eastern Europe. Celebrate the season of winter and enjoy this irresistible selection of simmering soups, hearty meals and indulgent desserts that will warm you to the core. From humble and satisfying classics to glamorous feasts worthy of a celebration, you are sure to be inspired by the mythical winter wonderland of Snowflakes and Schnapps. 'Get cosy on the couch with this opulently styled new release and remind yourself of all the good things cold weather brings.' - delicious. 'This is winter comfort fare at it's best' - Vogue Entertaining + Travel "

Snowflakes and Schnapps Pb

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Regional & International

Yoshoku: Contemporary Japanese

Murdoch

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