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Even today, almost eighty years after its first flight, the North American P-51 Mustang remains one of the most famous and recognizable aircraft in the world. Nimble and fast, qualities that lead the Mustang to be used even today in air races, the aircraft was forged in battle. This, the second of two volumes on this iconic aircraft, explores the "bubbletop" versions that helped bring the war to the German and Japanese homelands. These Mustangs were widely used escorting Allied bombers deep into the enemy homeland. The story of this historic fighter is told through carefully researched archival photos, as well as photographs of preserved examples, illuminated through detailed captions, thereby illustrating not only the use of the late WWII Mustang, but also the details of its construction. Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, put the reader on the airfield and in the sky with this historic aircraft.

The Boeing B-29 Superfortress was not only the largest and most advanced US aircraft to see combat in World War II, it was also the most expensive weapons system of the war, even exceeding the cost of developing the atomic bombthe weapon that ultimately would be delivered to Hiroshima and Nagasaki by a pair of B-29s in August 1945. Through a broad range of photos gathered from around the world, this book, the first of a two-volume series, chronicles the design, development, and World War II combat of the iconic Superfortress. The story of this historic aircraft is told through carefully researched photos, which are reproduced in remarkable clarity. Large, clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, unlock the secrets of this aircraft.

The German MG (Maschinengewehr) 34, along with the later-war MG 42, was a recoil-operated, air-cooled machine gun and is considered the world's first general-purpose machine gun. Considered the most advanced machine gun in the world at the time, its ease of mobility and high rate of firea900 rounds per minuteamade it ideal both for infantry and antiaircraft use. First entering service during the Spanish Civil War in 1936, it remained in Wehrmacht service through the end of WWII in 1945, along with its updated model, the MG 42. This illustrated book presents the design, manufacturing, and development both of the MG 34 and MG 42, from its acceptance by the German military through production and combat use from 1936 to 1945. Details include close-up views of markings and other details, as well as a breakdown of the weapon. Accessories such as ammunition and gun mounts are featured throughout the book, as are rarely seen combat-related uniform and equipment items.

A great guide for budding wood workers, this guide offers a fantastic summary of the science behind the materialΓÇÖs anatomy, chemistry, and general upkeep.

The single resource for weavers and textile scholars interested in velvet's development and production!

Tapestry weaving is an art form that has been around since antiquity, and these insights from renowned artist Jean Pierre Larochette offer 30 traditional techniques!

The history of this famed vessel is presented through over 200 photographs and accompanying narrative.

Makes design understandable to any level of jewelry artist, using stunning examples from well-known designers around the world.

Who knew that haircuts could be all different shapes? Well, when you are a poodle you can experiment with all kinds of new hairdos. This hilarious hairstyle search offers a simple visual introduction to math that will make readers laugh again and again. Join in the fun as mathematics and comedy come together for a clever introduction to shapes and vocabulary building.

For the weekend warriors who love working in the yard, this board book shares the world of landscape makeovers with curious preschoolers. What‿s on the to-do list you ask? Planting, watering, and cleanup are great ways to get outdoors and learn valuable skills and responsibility. From gardening to cleanup, colorful illustrations make learning about what tools and supplies are needed for the job exciting for kids and parents alike. Join the curb appeal movement through fun and simple vocabulary that teaches the basics and instills a sense of pride in a job well done.

What's on the to-do list? Building, repairing, and improving are great ways to learn valuable skills and responsibility. Did you know that each task needs the right tool for the job? Join the home improvement movement with fun and simple illustrations that teach the basics and instill a sense of pride in a job well done.

The first ever monograph on the wild and wondrous lowbrow art of Candy Weil!

With a foreword by Shepard Fairey, this is the definitive history of ΓÇ£AmericaΓÇÖs foremost street artistΓÇ (Washington Post).

James Bond: author, ornithologist, marksman, and . . . identity-theft victim?

With practical insight and tips, Musruck shows how Kipper offers readers deeper insight into themselves and the questions they seek to answer.

The first book in the Gizmo Girl series introduces Geraldine and celebrates the dreamers in all of us.

Locate and destroy the virus and then escape from the scientific compound before the time-travel portal closes forever!

Artwork from the US-Mexico borderland explores divergent viewpoints at the crux of a heated national debate!

Learn all the steps to make a variety of colorful, decorative, useful boxes created from book board and covered with decorative papers and book cloth.