Robert Taylor's Battle of Britain: The Celebrated Paintings of WWII's Defining Moment

Robert Taylor's Battle of Britain: The Celebrated Paintings of WWII's Defining Moment

by RobertTaylor (Author)

Synopsis

This superb commemorative edition showcases the Battle of Britain paintings of the world's finest aviation artist, Robert Taylor. It celebrates the 70th anniversary of the momentous aerial battle that took place in the skies about Southern England in the Summer of 1940, during World War II. The story of more than thirty dynamic actions during the battle is told as the background to Robert Taylor's stunning depictions of the event. Detailed information about the battle as well as fascinating information about the paintings is augmented by the recollections of some of the most famous aces, including Douglas Bader, Johnnie Johnson, and, Adolf Galland.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Publisher: David & Charles PLC
Published: 30 Apr 2010

ISBN 10: 0715336193
ISBN 13: 9780715336199

Author Bio
Robert Taylor's paintings of aircraft, more than those of any other artist, have helped popularise the genre. Based in the UK, he has exhibited throughout the US and Canada, Australia, Japan and in Europe. His paintings hang in many of the world's great aviation museums, adorn boardrooms, offices and homes, and his limited edition prints are avidly collected all around the world.