Aircraft Carriers - Hardcover

Greem, Michael/Gladys; Green, Michael; Green, Gladys

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1567997228 ISBN 13: 9781567997224

Publisher: Metro Books, 2000

Synopsis

Even for nonmilitary buffs, the power and massive lines of aircraft carriers inspire awe. Now readers can get a close-up look at these behemoths in this lavishly illustrated volume. It tells the story of the development of these immense vessels, describes their technological and military history, and profiles the carriers-and the planes that fly from them-that roam the oceans today. With more than 150 black-and-white and color pictures, including images of early prototypes, this is an invaluable reference.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael and Gladys Green are freelance writers, researchers, and photographers who specialize in military, transportation, and law enforcement subjects, with over 50 books to their credit. Their previous works include Hummer, Tiger Tanks, SWAT Teams, Patton's Tank Drive, MacArthur in the Pacific, Motorcycle Police, Bomb Squads, and Jaguar Sports Cars. In addition, Michael Green has written numerous articles for a wide variety of military-related national and international magazines. They live in the San Francisco Bay Area.

About this edition

• Publisher: Metro Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1567997228
• ISBN 13: 9781567997224
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 144