About the book
“[With Wings Like Eagles is] bold and refreshing… Korda writes with great elegance and flair.”—Wall Street Journal
From the New York Times bestselling author of Ike and Horse People, Michael Korda, comes With Wings Like Eagles, the harrowing story of The Battle of Britain, one of the most important battles of World War II. In the words of the Washington Post Book World, “With Wings Like Eagles is a skillful, absorbing, often moving contribution to the popular understanding of one of the few episodes in history … to deserve the description ‘heroic.’”
In the summer of 1940, the fate of the free world rested on the shoulders of fewer than 2,000 young fighter pilots—and the innovative, desperate strategy that kept them in the air.
- RAF vs. Luftwaffe: A gripping day-by-day account of how the Royal Air Force held off the might of the German air force against overwhelming odds.
- Air Warfare Strategy: The untold story of Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, the architect of Britain’s victory, and his revolutionary system combining radar intelligence with centralized fighter control.
- Spitfire and Hurricane: A deep dive into the legendary aircraft that became symbols of defiance, and the pilots who flew them into history against the formidable Bf 109.
- Winston Churchill's Leadership: Discover the crucial role of the prime minister in steeling Britain’s resolve to fight on alone, chronicled through his powerful speeches and private struggles.
Editions of With Wings Like Eagles
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780061125362
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061984945
Read an Excerpt
“[With Wings Like Eagles is] bold and refreshing… Korda writes with great elegance and flair.”—Wall Street Journal
From the New York Times bestselling author of Ike and Horse People, Michael Korda, comes With Wings Like Eagles, the harrowing story of The Battle of Britain, one of the most important battles of World War II. In the words of the Washington Post Book World, “With Wings Like Eagles is a skillful, absorbing, often moving contribution to the popular understanding of one of the few episodes in history … to deserve the description ‘heroic.’”
In the summer of 1940, the fate of the free world rested on the shoulders of fewer than 2,000 young fighter pilots—and the innovative, desperate strategy that kept them in the air.
- RAF vs. Luftwaffe: A gripping day-by-day account of how the Royal Air Force held off the might of the German air force against overwhelming odds.
- Air Warfare Strategy: The untold story of Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, the architect of Britain’s victory, and his revolutionary system combining radar intelligence with centralized fighter control.
- Spitfire and Hurricane: A deep dive into the legendary aircraft that became symbols of defiance, and the pilots who flew them into history against the formidable Bf 109.
- Winston Churchill's Leadership: Discover the crucial role of the prime minister in steeling Britain’s resolve to fight on alone, chronicled through his powerful speeches and private struggles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is With Wings Like Eagles about?
“[With Wings Like Eagles is] bold and refreshing… Korda writes with great elegance and flair.”—Wall Street Journal
From the New York Times bestselling author of Ike and Horse People, Michael Korda, comes With Wings Like Eagles, the harrowing story of The Battle of Britain, one of the most important battles of World War II. In the words of the Washington Post Book World, “With Wings Like Eagles is a skillful, absorbing, often moving contribution to the popular understanding of one of the few episodes in history … to deserve the description ‘heroic.’”
In the summer of 1940, the fate of the free world rested on the shoulders of fewer than 2,000 young fighter pilots—and the innovative, desperate strategy that kept them in the air.
- RAF vs. Luftwaffe: A gripping day-by-day account of how the Royal Air Force held off the might of the German air force against overwhelming odds.
- Air Warfare Strategy: The untold story of Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, the architect of Britain’s victory, and his revolutionary system combining radar intelligence with centralized fighter control.
- Spitfire and Hurricane: A deep dive into the legendary aircraft that became symbols of defiance, and the pilots who flew them into history against the formidable Bf 109.
- Winston Churchill's Leadership: Discover the crucial role of the prime minister in steeling Britain’s resolve to fight on alone, chronicled through his powerful speeches and private struggles.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in With Wings Like Eagles?
History and Archaeology > History > Military history > Specific wars and military campaigns > Military history: post-WW2 conflicts
Where can I read a sample of With Wings Like Eagles?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780061125362
Who is/are the Author/s of the book With Wings Like Eagles?
Michael Korda
Who is the Publisher of the book With Wings Like Eagles?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
With Wings Like Eagles is available as paperback(ISBN 9780061125362) and ebook(ISBN 9780061984945)
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