Lot 714

"World Aircraft Recognition Manual" by C. H. Gibbs-Smith 1956 HC Aviation History in DJ

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"World Aircraft Recognition Manual" by C. H. Gibbs-Smith 1956 HC Aviation History in DJ

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by The Book Barn
August 13, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
Timed Auction
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Shapliegh, ME, US 07076

VINTAGE Profusely Illustrated 1956 Hardcover Aviation History Hardcover in DUST JACKETS. "World Aircraft Recognition Manual" by C. H. Gibbs-Smith. HARDCOVER 1956 Putnam (England) 1st Edition Stated 2nd Printing w/ "Reprinted June 1956" on copyright page. Nice Collectible hardcover copy IN DUST JACKET. Exactly as shown in listing scan(s). UNCOMMON AVIATION TITLE ESPECIALLY WITH DJ.

"A new approach to aircraft recog notion & classification, arranged under general headings of delta wing, swept wing, straight wing, etc.This makes rapid identification of every type of aircraft greatly simplified."

Profusely illustrated with photos. Previous owner's signature/writing on 1st blank end paper & inside back board, o/w internally tight & unmarked. Exterior Binding: all lettering/decoration bright. Heavily worn but mostly complete DJ, heavily reinforced with tape on front & verso of SELDOM PRESENT price clipped DJ.

NO REMAINDER MARK; NOT X-LIBRARY. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED, NOT DEFECTIVE, & GENUINE.

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  • Condition: Good Plus Condition

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