Tale of a Guinea Pig | The Exploits of a World War II Fighter Pilot (Signed)

Page, Geoffrey [Alan Geoffrey Page, DSO, OBE, DFC & Bar (16 May 1920 - 3 August 2000) was an officer in the RAF who served during the Second World War. He participated in the Battle of Britain, and was shot down. He was badly burned when his aircraft was destroyed, and was lucky to survive. He underwent many surgeries on his way to recovery, and was a founding member of the Guinea Pig Club. He eventually passed a medical exam and returned to active service, becoming one of Britain's most successful fighter pilots]. Illustrations by Frank Wootton (30 July 1911 - 21 April 1998) was an aviation artist, famous for his works depicting the Royal Air Force during the Second World War.

Published by Published by Pelham Books Ltd., 44 Bedford Square, London First Edition . 1981., 1981

About this Item

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original caramel cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 8¾'' x 5½''. Contains (xvi), 218 pp with monochrome archive photographs and illustrations throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. SIGNED by the author opposite the title page 'To David (David Lewis | Lewdon?), With warmest and sincere thanks for your warm understanding of my book. Geoffrey. July, 1981.' Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. BATTLE OF BRITAIN.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tale of a Guinea Pig | The Exploits of a World War II Fighter Pilot (Signed)
• Publisher: Published by Pelham Books Ltd., 44 Bedford Square, London First Edition . 1981.
• Publication Date: 1981
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)