United States Navy Destroyers (Green Michael)(Paperback)

United States Navy Destroyers (Green Michael)(Paperback)

Part of the Images of War series, this is a comprehensive record of the US Navy's formidable destroyer fleet since 1898.This classic Images of War book traces the key role played by destroyers of the United States Navy since the first order for 16 in 1898. Prior to the USA's entry into the First

Aircraft Carriers of the United States Navy (Green Michael)(Paperback)

In 1922 the US Navy commissioned its first small experimental aircraft carrier. This was followed into service by two much larger and capable carriers in 1927 with five more being built prior to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor including three large Yorktown class.To take the offensive against

Battleships of the United States Navy (Green Michael)(Paperback / softback)

Battleships epitomised America's global supremacy and power. This book contains superb images of some 60 of the world's most powerful ships. Compiled and written by foremost American collector and expert

United States Naval Aviation 1911 - 2014 (Green Michael)(Paperback)

From humble beginnings in 1911 with float planes, by the 1930s, the US Navy possessed dirigibles and were introducing fighter planes. By the start of WW2, monoplane fighters were replacing biplanes and a major aircraft carrier build was underway. Fighters such as the Grumman FLF Hellcat and Vought

Italian Destroyers of World War II (Stille Mark)(Paperback)

A new illustrated history and analysis of Italy's World War II destroyers. The Italian Royal Navy (Regia Marine or RM) began the Second World War with one of the largest fleets in the world. Included in this was a total of 59 fleet destroyers, and others were added during the war. These were a

The United States Marine Corps in the Korean War (Green Michael)(Paperback)

On June 25, 1950, the North Korean Army invaded South Korea. Among the US forces sent to South Korea was the 1st Marine Division. In September 1950, the Division audaciously landed deep behind enemy lines at Inchon port, throwing the North Korea Army into disarray.In November 1950, the Chinese Army

British Destroyers 1939-45: Pre-War Classes (Konstam Angus)(Paperback)

The Royal Navy entered World War II with a large but eclectic fleet of destroyers. Some of these were veterans of World War I, fit only for escort duties. Most, though, had been built during the interwar period and were regarded as both reliable and versatile. Yet danger lurked across the seas as

Land of Promise: An Economic History of the United States (Lind Michael)(Paperback)

A sweeping and original work of economic history by Michael Lind, one of America's leading intellectuals, Land of Promise recounts the epic story of America's rise to become the world's dominant economy. As ideological free marketers continue to square off against Keynesians in Congress and the

Conversations with W. S. Merwin (Wutz Michael)(Paperback)

Conversations with W. S. Merwin is the first collection of interviews with former United States Poet Laureate W. S. Merwin (b. 1927). Spanning almost six decades of conversations, the collection touches on such topics as Merwin's early influences (Robert Graves and Ezra Pound), his location within

Defense 101 (O'Hanlon Michael E.)(Paperback)

In Defense 101, a concise primer for understanding the United States' $700+ billion defense budget and rapidly changing military technologies, Michael O'Hanlon provides a deeply informed yet accessible analysis of American military power.After an introduction in which O'Hanlon surveys today's

How to Hide an Empire - A Short History of the Greater United States (Immerwahr Daniel)(Paperback / softback)

A provocative and absorbing history of the United States' New York TimesThe United States denies having dreams of empire. We know America has spread its money, language and culture across the world, but we still think of it as a contained territory, framed by Canada above, Mexico below, and

US Navy Light Cruisers 1941-45 (Stille Mark)(Paperback)

During World War II, the United States built 72 light cruisers of various classes. In response to the severe air threat that surface ships faced, new cruisers were designed with increasingly heavy antiaircraft weaponry as well as the traditional six-inch guns. With the speed and range to keep up

A Queer History of the United States (Bronski Michael)(Paperback)

Winner of the Stonewall Book Award in nonfiction The first comprehensive history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender America, from pre-1492 to the present 'Readable, radical, and smart--a must read.'--Alison Bechdel, author of Fun Home Intellectually dynamic and endlessly provocative, this

Democracy and the State: 1830 1945 (Willis Michael)(Paperback)

This book charts the progress of the United Kingdom towards a modern democracy and looks at the changing role of the state from 1830 to 1945. It examines the electoral reform acts introduced between 1832 and 1918; the changing balance of power between monarchy, government, the House of Lords and

Men Who United the States (Winchester Simon)(Paperback / softback)

The U.S. Navy: A Concise History (Symonds Craig L.)(Pevná vazba)

This fast-paced narrative traces the emergence of the United States Navy as a global power from its birth during the American Revolution through to its current superpower status. The story highlights iconic moments of great drama pivotal to the nation's fortunes: John Paul Jones' attacks on the

The United States Government Internet Directory 2020 (Ryan Mary Meghan)(Paperback)

Discover the depth of government information and services available online. The United States Government Internet Directory serves as a guide to the changing landscape of government information online. The Directory is an indispensable guidebook for anyone who is looking for official U.S

A Short History of the United States (Remini Robert V.)(Paperback)

A much-needed, concise history of the United States of America by National Book Award winner Robert V. ReminiThis accessible and lively volume contains the essential facts about the discovery, settlement, growth, and development of the American nation. Beginning with the earliest travelers to

Untold History of the United States (Stone Oliver)(Paperback / softback)

Slavery and Racism in American Politics, 1776-1876 (Thomsett Michael C.)(Paperback)

From the very inception of the United States, few issues have been so divisive and defining as American slavery. Even as the U.S. was founded on principles of liberty, independence and freedom, slavery advocates and sympathizers positioned themselves in every aspect of American influence. Over the

The Rise of Contemporary Conservatism in the United States (Heineman Kenneth J.)(Paperback)

The Rise of Contemporary Conservatism in the United States offers students an accessible introduction to the history of modern American conservatism. The author provides a concise but substantial discussion of modern conservatism from its origins in opposition to Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal up

Snakes of the Eastern United States (Gibbons Whit)(Paperback)

More than sixty species of snakes are found in the eastern United States, the region of highest biodiversity of all reptiles and amphibians in North America. In this brand new guide, stunning photographs, colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential

A Black Women's History of the United States (Berry Daina Ramey)(Paperback)

Michael Carrick: Between the Lines - My Autobiography (Carrick Michael)(Paperback / softback)

The autobiography of Manchester United captain and legend, Michael