Michael Nelmes (33 results)

hardcover. Condition: Very Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 212 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Canberra and the ACT boast a huge range of beautiful environments, making the region perfect for exploring on foot. Canberra's Best Walks introduces over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from fascinating city walks and leisurely lake-side strolls to more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the regions parks, bushland, lakes, rivers and most interesting urban areas. The book is richly illustrated with over 150 full-colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps. A summary table of walks indicating distances, facilities and highlights is included to help the reader find exactly the right walk for the occasion. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Book condition is near fine. Hard cover. Dust jacket near fine, no tears. 1st edition, published 2008. Book boards clean and unmarked front and back of the book. Book block clean and unmarked all sides of the book. Spine intact. Text body clean and unmarked throughout the book. Extra charges for over-sea shipping as the book weight is over 1kg. See photo. "A Unique Flight" by Michael Nelmes is a fascinating book that delves into the historic aircraft collection of the Australian War Memorial. The book features stunning photographs of the aircraft in action, detailed color scheme notes, internal features, and stories from the Australian War Memorial's records12. It includes narratives of those who flew and serviced the aircraft, bringing the wars they fought in to a new dimension.

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. Reprint. Small Quarto Size [approx 17x24cm]. A Near Fine copy. An excellent copy. Illustrated with Black and White Photographs. Index. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 240 pages + Index. Lancaster G-for-George flew 90 bombing missions with a number of different crews from 460 Sqn. It is now an exhibit at the Australian War Memorial. This book details the wartime experiences of "G-for-George" and the men who flew it and who maintained it.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. A YEAR BY YEAR, WAR BY WAR REVIEW OF THE HISTORIC AIRCRAFT COLLECTION OF THE AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL. x'mas greetings on front end page.

4to. pp.352. with black & white photographs throughout with a few colour photographs. Index. Original green cloth titled in white Near Fine in Near Fine pictorial dust wrapper.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Canberra and the ACT boast a huge range of beautiful environments, making the region perfect for exploring on foot. Canberra's Best Walks introduces over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from fascinating city walks and leisurely lake-side strolls to more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the regions parks, bushland, lakes, rivers and most interesting urban areas. The book is richly illustrated with over 150 full-colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps. A summary table of walks indicating distances, facilities and highlights is included to help the reader find exactly the right walk for the occasion. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Covers & Spine: front and back showing only light scuffing & signs of handling otherwise undamaged, minimal wear along edges and at corners, spine is intact and solid. Binding: firm throughout. Pages & Markings: unstained, no markings, clean throughout, security barcode sticker in back. All items are protectively packaged, and a postal tracking number will be sent to all customers whose current email address is registered with AbeBooks.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardback. Detailed account with much on the B-24 in Australian service. 171pp., ills., appendices, including list of all RAAF B-24's, bibliography, index. Vgc in vgc dustwrapper.

1st ed. thus stiff wrappers As New quarto 352pp., colour & b/w plates, appends., bibliog., index,

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. xii, 171pp, index, appendices, bw ills, pictorial endpapers. Several related loosely inserted leaflets, review sheet pasted in at rear. SIGNED and inscribed by author on title page. Size: 4to. Signed & Inscribed by the Author.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 3,500 RAAF men died while operating with RAF Bomber Command. 460 Squadron RAAF alone lost 1,018 men, and 200 aircraft in three years of operations. This book details the wartime experiences of 'G-for-George' and the men who flew it, as well well as the flight to Australia, the War Bond flights and its installation inside the Australian War Memorial.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. xii, 172pp, index,photos. Size: 4to.

Book, Paperback. Condition: Used. A Unique Flight The historic collection of the Australian War Memorial. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What ?Used? Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used ? Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. The book is in good condition. The author has inscribed and signed on the second title page. The DJ is also in good condition, with some slight foxing on the inside cover. Signed by Author(s).

1st ed. thus stiff wrappers Very Good lge. octavo 247pp., b/w plates, maps, appends., bibliog., Story of a Lancaster of 460 Squadron and the Men who flew it and maintained it.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Very Good. Dust Jacket may NOT BE INCLUDED.CDs may be missing. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book.

4to.352pp. Original boards in dustwrapper. Numerous colour and black and white illustrations; a fine copy. . First edition.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Canberra and the ACT boast a huge range of beautiful environments, making the region perfect for exploring on foot. Canberra's Best Walks introduces over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from fascinating city walks and leisurely lake-side strolls to more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the regions parks, bushland, lakes, rivers and most interesting urban areas. The book is richly illustrated with over 150 full-colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps. A summary table of walks indicating distances, facilities and highlights is included to help the reader find exactly the right walk for the occasion. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

reprint stiff wrappers As New lge. octavo 247pp., b/w plates, maps, appends., bibliog., Story of a Lancaster of 460 Squadron and the Men who flew it and maintained it.

1st ed. thus dust jacket Very Nice Copy quarto 352pp., colour & b/w plates, appends., bibliog., index,

"Sales/posting to the USA suspended". Card covers, large octavo, 240pp plus index, b&w photos. Light wear on card edges/corners; a very good copy. Story of the most renowned Lancaster of 460 Squadron, and the men who flew it and maintained it. Draws on recollections of those who flew it and includes details of operations, paying particular attention to the last operation. As appendices, includes and itinery for Queenie VI, crew members of G-for-George and RAAF award citiation extracts.

1st ed. thus dust jacket As New quarto 352pp., colour & b/w plates, appends., bibliog., index,

(rep) 4to. Col.Ill.wrapps. 240pp. b/w ills. Very good copy. 460 Squadron RAAF flew 90 bombing operations in Lancaster bombers between 1939 & 1945. Known as 'G-for-George', 460 Squadron lost 1,018 men & 200 aircraft in their first three years of operations.

"Sales/posting to the USA suspended". Hard cover dust wrapper, small 4to, 240pp b&w photos. Light wear on edges; a very good copy. Story of the most renowned Lancaster of 460 Squadron RAAF, and the men who flew it and maintained it. Draws on recollections of those who flew it and includes details of operations, paying particular attention to the last operation. As appendices, includes and itinery for Queenie VI, crew members of G-for-George and RAAF award citation extracts.

1st ed. thus dust jacket New Book quarto 352pp., colour & b/w plates, appends., bibliog., index,

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Book Collection Lot of Three Royal Nav & War Tittles: Book (1) A Unique Flight: The historical aircraft collection of the Australian War Memorial. Book (2) The Lower Deck of the Roal Nav 1900-39. Book (3) The Roal Air Force: Second Edition. Extra charges for over-sea shipping due to weight exceed 500grams. Below is the condition report & synopses of the three titles: Book (1) A Unique Flight: The historical aircraft collection of the Australian War Memorial. Book condition is near fine. Hard cover. Dust jacket fine. Book boards clean & unmarked front & back. Book block is clean & unmarked all sides. Spine intact. Text body clean. Ex-owner inscribed note on the first fly leaf page. This a richly detailed and visually stunning book by Michael Nelmes, published in collaboration with the Australian War Memorial. Aircraft Profiles: Covers iconic aircraft from WWI, WWII, the Korean War, Vietnam War, and beyond. Photographs: Features stunning images of aircraft in action and in restoration. Technical Details: Includes colour scheme notes, internal features, and design insights. Personal Stories: Shares narratives of the airmen who flew and serviced these aircraft, capturing both the tragedy and adventure of wartime aviation. Appendices & Glossary: Offers reference material for enthusiasts and researchers. Aircraft Highlights: Some of the aircraft featured include WWI: Albatross D.Va, SE5a, Airco DH.9. WWII: Supermarine Spitfire Mk IIa, Avro Lancaster Mk I ("G for George"), Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero. Korean War: Gloster Meteor F.8, MiG-15bis Vietnam War: Bell UH-1B Iroquois, GAF Canberra B.20. Book (2) The Lower Deck of the Roal Nav 1900-39. Book condition is near fine. Hardcover. Dust jacket near fine & protected by plastic sleeve. Book Board clean. Book block clean. Spine intact. Text body clean. refers to the lives, conditions, and struggles of enlisted sailors those below the rank of officer during a transformative period in British naval history. This era saw significant social and political shifts within the Navy, culminating in events like the Invergordon Mutiny of 1931. Book Theam's: Anthony Carew s book The Lower Deck of the Royal Navy 1900 39: The Invergordon Mutiny in Perspective explores these themes in depth: Harsh Discipline and Conditions. The Naval Discipline Act imposed severe punishments for infractions, and life on the lower deck was often gruelling. Desertions were common, with nearly 100 men leaving the Navy monthly in the early 1900s. Emergence of Reform Movements Despite bans on collective representation, sailors began organizing informally to push for better conditions. These efforts resembled trade unions and were often met with resistance from naval authorities. Forms of Protest Sailors used creative and covert methods to protest, such as throwing gun sights overboard to disrupt gunnery drills or engaging in mass leave-breaking. The Invergordon Mutiny (1931) A pivotal moment when over 12,000 sailors of the Atlantic Fleet refused orders in protest of drastic pay cuts. This event highlighted the growing unrest and the power of collective action among lower-deck sailors. Social History and Forgotten Voices The book aims to restore the visibility of these sailors in naval history, drawing on personal accounts and questionnaires collected from veterans. Book (3) The Roal Air Force: Second Edition. Book condition is near fine. Dust jacket very good, no tear. Ex-owner inscribed note on first fly page. Book boards clean. book block clean. Spine intact. Text body clean. The Royal Air Force was founded on 1 April 1918, born of the First World War achievements of the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Flying Corps. This illustrated history traces the development of the Royal Air Force from the early days through to the effects of the Strategic Defence Review 1998, and beyond. Weight of Book (1) 1.730kg. Book (2) 0.584kg. Book (3) 1.005kg. Remember extra charges of over-sea shipping. See photos.

1st edition dust jacket As New lge. octavo 240pp., b/w plates, maps, appends., bibliog., Story of a Lancaster of 460 Squadron and the Men who flew it and maintained it.

1st edition dust jacket Nice Copy lge. octavo 240pp., b/w plates, maps, appends., bibliog., History of the Liberator in Australian Service. Ex-library copy with usual stamps & labels o/w a nice copy. Scarce.