Author Eduard Mark has done a superb job of recounting the strengths and weaknesses of aerial interdiction efforts in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Starting with the Allied invasion of North Africa, Mark examines how the three-tiered system of Allied air operations was developed (primarily through British influence) and how that system remained in effect throughout the succeeding wars. As the author discusses the various operations in World War II, he is not afraid to state that things did not always go well regarding interdiction efforts and on more than one occasion, airmen could not deliver their promised results. At times, this was crucial, as in Sicily when controversial command decisions coupled with non-effective employment of air and naval assets allowed nearly 40,000 Germans to escape to Italy. At other times, as in preparation for D-Day, aerial interdiction played a key role in preventing or delaying German troops and supplies from reaching the Normandy beachhead. As World War II gave way to Korea and later, Vietnam, Mark does an excellent job of providing insight into how those wars differed from World War II, how political constraints hampered the effectiveness of interdiction efforts, and how the Air Force's own single-mindedness of pursuing the strategic mission overshadowed equipment and training needed to successfully prosecute interdiction missions. Also, the limited effectiveness of interdiction due to sophisticated antiaircraft defenses and topographical features is examined. In sum, Mark presents a very well-balanced account of aerial interdiction from its development in North Africa through Vietnam. His frankness in stating when things went well and when they didn't go well, along with his analysis, add to the credibility of his writing. Lastly, his use of maps at the beginning of each chapter, coupled with photos throughout the book make it easy for the reader to visualize where things are happening and how they are unfolding.

So far, there has been no anatomy atlas in the world that has beaten Pernkopf Anatomy. No anatomy book contains such detail or such visual confirmation. This book is a work of art, something everyone in the medical field should see. Frank Netter's atlas cannot be compared to Pernkopf's. They are in completely different leagues. The controversy is over. It is time to start the presses again!

So far, there has been no anatomy atlas in the world that has beaten Pernkopf Anatomy. No anatomy book contains such detail or such visual confirmation. This book is a work of art, something everyone in the medical field should see. Frank Netter's atlas cannot be compared to Pernkopf's. They are in completely different leagues. The controversy is over. It is time to start the presses again!

This collection goes far beyond the commonly seen pattern books to offer a fine selection of rarely seen European advertising art and commercial alphabets nicely displayed in full color. An excellent resource not only for patterns and styles, this presents an extensive selection of good-sized full-color plates allowing a feeling for the ambience of period line, form and color.

This book is what I consider a typical Stephen King book. He provides just enough detail to allow your imagination to fill in the rest, allowing the reader to feel like you are part of the story.

This is a remarkable work full of wisdom, deep analysis, rich insights, and appreciation for great literature. Also, the writing is very fine and clear.

Coffee is best just black and smooth tasting, like this wonderful read. The author reveals intriguing information about the history of coffee through the rascals that discovered it, coveted it, and brought the savory bean to the world.

Paul and those who had been converted by Jesus and his apostles knew they would not leave the world alive. They wanted to make sure belief in God and in Jesus went hand-in-hand and that Christian churches would be there for generations of believers. Author Eduard Lohse leaves no verse unturned in the Epistles to the COLOSSIANS AND PHILEMON. His book is a learning experience that works with His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama's THE GOOD HEART, Matthew Fox's BREAKTHROUGH, Max Lucado's GOD CAME NEAR, and Thomas Merton's WISDOM OF THE DESERT.

This is a truly remarkable work of art. I reccommend this richly detailed novel for any one who is a fan of Degas, Impressionists, or just art in general.

Truly amazing.

For people who care about language, learning, literature, and philosophy, this is an exceedingly interesting and important book.