9780957116368 - high flight: the life and poetry of pilot officer john gillespie magee von cole, roger (2 Ergebnisse)
- Softcover
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. When Second World War Spitfire pilot John Gillespie Magee penned his poem `High Flight, little did he know that his words would inspire legions of aspiring aviators who had a similar wish to fly their `eager craft through footless halls of air. Founded on years of detailed research, Roger Coles boo…k High Flight tells John Magees extraordinary story, describing hitherto-unknown details of his short life, and providing insight into the inspiration for the poems that have found a unique place in history. Born of an English mother and American father in Nanking in China, Magee grew up and was educated in different parts of the world, proving to be a highly accomplished student. Through his experiences, he developed principles that made him determined to defend the rights of those he loved and respected. Exhilarated by flight and finding unique language in poetry, John was able to use words to express the emotions and sentiments of all who fly in a manner that is acknowledged and applauded throughout the world. The outbreak of war in Europe violated his beliefs, and, determined to fight for freedom, John left America and joined the Royal Canadian Air Force, qualifying as a pilot and travelling to England to fight Nazism. Tragically, John would lose his life, aged 19 years, in an accident, so never know how his words would serve posterity. Roger Coles High Flight traces the path of John Magees achievement, revealing an incredible story of human endeavor, vision, determination and self-sacrifice. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Verlag: Hitchin: Fighting High, 2013
- Hardcover
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Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Zustand: Very Good+. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good+. First edition (first printing). Hardback. Dust wrapper over blue boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 9½" x 6½" (1 kg); pp (xiv) 175; Index; Bibliography; Preface by F. Hugh Magee; Includes: Black & white photographs on individual l…eaves; List of sources; || The book is on the shelf, ready to be appropriately packed, and posted from the pastoral paradise of Peasedown St. John, Bath, by a real bookseller in a real book shop - with my personal guarantee and beady eye on the Consumer Contracts Regulations. REMEMBER! Buying my copy means the book shop Jack Russells get their supper! My Book #204062 ||.
