Her Majesty the Spitfire

Mantelli - Brown - Kittel - Graf

Synopsis

The Supermarine Spitfire is probably the most famous aircraft of the Second World War.
It is one of the very few aircraft, perhaps the only one, whose name evokes some images even to a layman of historical aviation things.
This aircraft is an air legend, a true brand, and its image is inextricably linked to the British victory in the Battle of Britain.
Used by the air forces of numerous allied countries such as the Soviet Union, Australia and the United States of America, it was the only allied fighter produced for the entire duration of the war.
The Spitfire is not a single aircraft with various modifications and improvements, but a real family of aircraft that has covered a bit of all roles and has adapted to no less than 10 years of technological evolution, from the first Spitfires with their 1,000 hp Merlin engines and two-bladed propellers, to the latest with the Griffons of over 2,000 hp and 5-bladed metal propellers or even two counter-rotating three-bladed ones. 
Each version was distinguished by the wording Mk. (from the English Mark, model, type) followed by a Roman numeral, up to version 20, and by Arabic numerals for the subsequent ones, as in the post-war period the RAF changed its designation criteria.

Disponible depuis: 21/12/2024.

Sciences humaines et Humanités

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

Dancing the Edge To Reclaiming...

Lori Beth Bisbey

People frequently come to therapy believing they are broken.  They have been told this by countless people.  Over the past 33 years, I have worked with thousands of people and the majority of them don't have something wrong with them.  They are just missing skills.  This book is made up of education about the skills, examples and plans to learn the skills complete with exercises.  Why are these skills so important? When a person lacks skills, they are set up to experience difficult situations throughout their lives.  I have dedicated a chapter to gaslighting because this abusive behaviour robs people of some of the most essential skills, sets them up for emotional abuse, intimate partner violence, rape, sexual violence, physical abuse later in life.  These skills make it possible for us to integrate well with others, keep a solid sense of self, self-worth and have relationships that bring all parties joy.

Voir livre

Seminole Wars - The Fiercest War...

Kelly Mass

The Seminole Wars, also known as the Florida Wars, were a series of three interconnected military conflicts that took place in Florida between the United States and the Seminole people, a group of Native Americans who had established themselves in the region during the early 1700s. These wars, spanning from 1816 to 1858, were among the longest and most costly of the American Indian Wars in both human and financial terms for the United States. Although the wars were not continuous, they involved intermittent fighting and long periods of uneasy ceasefire. The conflicts ultimately played a pivotal role in shaping the history of both Florida and the Seminole Nation.

Voir livre

Reading Minds Through Body...

Oliver Fox

Want to Know What They're Really Thinking?
Ever felt unsure about someone's true intentions during a conversation? Or wished you knew exactly what they meant without relying only on words? Imagine having the ability to instantly decode the hidden meanings behind gestures, facial expressions, and posture.
This audiobook reveals exactly how.
Learn practical, easy-to-apply techniques that turn you into a master at reading people effortlessly. You'll quickly notice:
• How conversations flow smoother because you clearly understand hidden emotions and intentions.
• Greater confidence in both personal and professional interactions, knowing precisely how to respond.
• Immediate improvements in relationships, thanks to your sharpened ability to empathize and connect authentically.
• Reduced misunderstandings and conflicts, since you'll accurately interpret subtle non-verbal signals others usually miss.
No theories or vague ideas—just actionable methods that you can apply straight away. Whether dealing with coworkers, loved ones, or strangers, these proven strategies help you build stronger connections, improve trust, and achieve your communication goals faster.
Stop wondering and start knowing.
Transform your interactions by becoming a skilled reader of body language. It's simpler than you think, and the results will amaze you.
Ready to uncover what people are truly feeling and thinking?Hit play and master the silent language everyone speaks—but few truly understand.

Voir livre

Ensuring a Better Future - Why...

Dr. Kevin Colleary

We have missed part of the equation for effective education. STEM became STEAM, but we forgot social studies and the importance of what it teaches. This book explores the sacrifice of both many students’ inherent skills/interests and an effectively informed and effective citizenry through prioritized Social Studies education in public schools.

Voir livre

Impulse - The Science of Sex and...

Samuel R. Chamberlain, Jon E. Grant

Sex is everywhere in modern society, yet it remains taboo. We all have questions about sex that are too uncomfortable to ask—how do we get reliable answers? In this go-to guide Drs Grant and Chamberlain use their clinical expertise to answer the questions you wish you could ask about sex. Questions like: Is my sex drive or sex behavior normal? Can someone have too much sex? Or too little? How has Internet dating and pornography changed sex? This go-to guide will help you understand common sexual issues, know when to worry (or not) about different sexual behaviors, and learn how our sex lives adapt to changing technology or in times of crisis. It also provides step-by-step advice for dealing with a range of sexual issues, and practical strategies for strengthening relationships. 
 
 
 
Contains mature themes.

Voir livre

I Was Never Here - My True...

Andrew Kirsch

An ex-spy lifts the lid on life in the secret serviceA Globe and Mail and Toronto Star bestseller!Andrew Kirsch didn’t grow up watching spy movies, or dreaming about being a real-life James Bond. He was hardly aware that Canada even had its own intelligence service—let alone knew what its officers did. But when a terrorist attack occurred near the office of his financial services job, all of a sudden fighting terrorism meant a lot more to him than the markets. Within 18 months he had landed a job with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)—where he spent the next decade of his life.In I Was Never Here, Kirsch (now an in-demand security consultant) spills the secrets of what life as an intelligence officer is really like, and dispels a few myths along the way. With humour, honesty, and candour, Kirsch shares his on-the-ground experience (or as much of it as he’s allowed to) of becoming a member of CSIS: from his vetting and training, to his initial desk job as a policy analyst, to his rise up the ranks to leading covert special operations missions. If you’ve ever wondered whether spies can have real dating lives, how they handle family responsibilities, or how they come up with cover stories or aliases, you’re in luck.From the time he tried to get the code names “Burgundy” and “Anchorman” assigned to human sources (with no luck), to the night a covert operation was almost thwarted by a flyer delivery man, Kirsch takes you behind the scenes with an authentic view of Canada’s spy agency, and the intricate intelligence-sharing apparatus that works day and night to keep us safe. I Was Never Here is also a testament to one man’s drive to serve his country, and the sacrifices, big and small, that he made along the way.

Voir livre