This superbly researched book gives a complete account of the war in Mediterranean on, above and beneath the sea up until Italy's armistice in September 1943. Written with full access to Italian sources, it not only provides a detailed and fascinating narrative of the entire naval war, but also sets the individual actions fully in their strategic context for both the Axis and the Allies. Topics include:* the complex and distrustful relationship between the Italians and their German allies, which culminated in open conflict ...
Read More
This superbly researched book gives a complete account of the war in Mediterranean on, above and beneath the sea up until Italy's armistice in September 1943. Written with full access to Italian sources, it not only provides a detailed and fascinating narrative of the entire naval war, but also sets the individual actions fully in their strategic context for both the Axis and the Allies. Topics include:* the complex and distrustful relationship between the Italians and their German allies, which culminated in open conflict after the Italian armistice in 1943* the battle for Malta, and that island's vital strategic role threatening Axis supply lines to North Africa* the exploits of the Italian 'human torpedoes' of the X MAS flotilla, which threatened to change the balance of power in the MediterraneanThis book is essential reading for all those interested in one of the major naval theatres of the Second World War.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. 8vo-over 7æ"-9æ" tall. Hardcover, reb buckram in non price-clipped dust-jacket. 352pp., Bibliographic References, Bibliography, Index. Illustrated with photographs and maps. First American edition. Dust-jacket protected by reinforced mylar covers that have been pasted to inside of front and rear boards. Not an ex-libris copy, from a private collection. No previous ownership marks. A clean, square, freah and unmarked copy. Near fine in a near fine dust-jacket.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fair. This is a USED book, it is subject to external and interior wear including, underlining, highlighting, annotations, water damage, minor scuffs and tears. This is a donated book accepted as is. Stickers and sticker residue on the cover should be expected, as well as spine wear from use. There are NO codes or disc(s) included. All items ship Monday-Friday within 2-3 business days. Thank you for supporting Goodwill of OC.
