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"The Memphis Belle: Dispelling The Myths"
I've been going through this rather strange (to review) book.
Huge tome about the life and times of the "Memphis Belle", Simons&Friedman.
Published in 2008, it's a fairly recent book, but on opening one is struck by the very bland format. Not a colour picture or profile in sight. Many B/W throughout alright, but no colour is surprising considering it's recent publication.
It is a very comprehensive book and tells the complete story of men and machine. I won't need to buy another on the M/B.
What I did find interesting was that Margaret Polk did not remain the Memphis Belle for long, as Robert Knight Morgan the pilot ended up with no less than six wives eventually. How fame changes lives !!!
The real problem with the book I feel is the price. It definitely is over priced at £60 though...
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