This title covers the history, origins and evolution of bomber aircraft, from the first planes to the powerful jet bombers of today. It features the Avro Lancaster, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortess, Heinkel He111 and many others from World Wars I and II. It features sophisticated and powerful jet bombers [...]

David Lloyd George is regarded as one of the effective British prime ministers of the twentieth century. A dynamic speaker and committed social reformer, he led Britain successfully through the devastation of World War I and had a powerful impact on international politics. This title provides the li[...]

This is an A-Z directory of all the major naval aircraft since 1945, including jet-engined fighters and strike aircraft, carrier-borne AEW aircraft, V/STOL aircraft, and helicopters. This title examines the history and evolution of naval aircraft from the immediate post-World War II period to the pr[...]

Explores the important place of the theory and practice of private law (civil law) in the transformation of Modern Germany's fin-de-siecle constitutional arrangements. This book offers a thought-provoking and novel understanding of German political development.[...]

The Bodhicaryavatara is one of the best-loved Mahayana Buddhist texts. It tells of a noble ideal: a compassionate life lived for the well-being of the world. Through his uplifting verses the eighth-century monk and poet Shantideva outlines the training undertaken by one wishing to follow this vision[...]

Crosby explains responsible methods for managing relationships at home and atwork, utilizing practical exercises and easy-to-understand advice.[...]

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