Bedford Boys : One American Town’s Ultimate d-Day Sacrifice by Alex Kershaw
Never used, basically new, paperback
Never used, basically new, paperback
By October 1940, they had helped England win the greatest air battle in the history of aviation. Winston Churchill once said of all those who fought in the Battle of Britain, “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.”.
What he did may surprise you if you are not familiar with this story.
Book title: “THE LONGEST WINTER: The Battle of the Bulge and the Epic Story of WWII’s most decorated Platoon” by ALEX KERSHAW. Da Capo Press, 2004, early print (line is 456789 – 07 06 05). WITH GREAT PICTURES.
Faint yellowing of the pages. The binding is very tight—no missing or torn pages, no dog-eared corners. Covers are flat and tight, with light scuffing, a few small dings, and a faint crease line along the spine edge.
“The Longest Winter: The Battle of the Bulge and the Epic Story of WWII’s Most Decorated Platoon” by Alex Kershaw is a first edition hardcover book published by Hachette Books in 2004. This nonfiction historical account, intended for young adults and adults, delves into the narrative of the Battle of the Bulge during WWII. The book features maps, illustrations, an index, bibliography, and notes, making it a comprehensive read on the topic of military history and political science. With a vintage feel and a focus on the 1940s era, this book is a valuable addition to any history enthusiast’s collection.”
Dust jacket and book pages are whole, tight and unmarked. LC 2026-H-K.
Netflix Tie-in Edition: Features artwork/content related to the Netflix adaptation. Sparks led his unit through four major amphibious invasions—from the beaches of Sicily to the mountains of Italy and France—before finally confronting the horrors of the Holocaust at Dachau.
All pages clean & intact, no notes/highlighting, tight binding, light shelf wear, small spot on cover & top of spine.
Shaw’s sharp wit and philosophical depth are on full display as he explores the seamy side of deterrence and the ‘criminal type.’. Typical shelf wear and smudges on the edges due to age, use and storage over the years.