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...a tremendous personal account of one of the fiercest and most famous air conflicts seen through the eyes of a pilot of No.609 Squadron - and an impressive first-hand account of a wartime fighter pilot in Britain's darkest hours.
Crook and his colleagues committed acts of unimaginable bravery against the German aircraft. Many did not make it and the author describes the ansence they leave in the squadron with great poignancy. His descriptions of aerial conflict will rarely be bettered. --Magazine
'A brilliant first-hand account of the life of a fighter pilot before and during the Battle of Britain.' --Spectator
'A unique personal insight into one of the crucial periods of the war ... I cannot recommend this highly enough.' --World War II Magazine
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...a tremendous personal account of one of the fiercest and most famous air conflicts seen through the eyes of a pilot of No.609 Squadron - and an impressive first-hand account of a wartime fighter pilot in Britain's darkest hours.
Crook and his colleagues committed acts of unimaginable bravery against the German aircraft. Many did not make it and the author describes the ansence they leave in the squadron with great poignancy. His descriptions of aerial conflict will rarely be bettered. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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64 of 64 people found the following review helpful
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Although not quite as good or anywhere near as long as First Light by Geoffrey Wellum, I couldn't put this book down and, as with Geoffrey Wellum's excellent book, was sorry to finish it. They both paint a very vivid picture of what it was to be a fighter pilot in run up to the summer of 1940. The wonderful freedom and exhilaration they felt during training, the edge of the seat descriptions of aerial combat and their extremely moving thoughts when one of them fails to return - in Spitfire Pilot there seems so many.
Spitfire Pilot ended far too quickly unfortunately, as did the life of it's author, which is what makes this such a poignant read.
Spitfire Pilot ended far too quickly unfortunately, as did the life of it's author, which is what makes this such a poignant read.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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By the time of his death in action later in the war, David Crook was credited with 12 confirmed victories. His book is evocative of the immediate period of the Battle of Britain. Not one of the better-known aces or Wing Leaders, Crook's book reads as a diary, though how he had the time or energy to do so at the time beggars belief. Basically it is the story 'from the cockpit' and reads all the better for it. I commend it to all serious students of the Battle of Britain.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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David Crook's "Spitfire Pilot" has deservedly been republished so that a new generation of readers can enjoy his fine memoir. This is an engaging read and Crook's likeable personality is apparent throughout. "Spitfire Pilot" is a great look at the life of a Battle of Britain pilot, with expert descriptions of the exhilaration and terror of air combat, the sadness of loss, and all aspects of life of an active fighter pilot at this pivotal point of British history. A great read and one which will be enjoyed by aviation enthusiasts and the curious alike.
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Very evocative account
Written in the modest style of the times I found this book very moving. For anyone who enjoys reading about the Battle of Britain this is a most excellent read.
Published 1 day ago by hugso
Excellent purchase
I bought this as a gift for my Husband. The book was in perfect order and he was delighted with all aspects of the book. Excellent purchase. Would thoroughly recommend. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Patricia Darcy
Another splendid read
This is another splendid read which beguiles you with its easy style and holds your attention as the author tells his story. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Martin Clifford
Spitfire's a Go Go
I have read many accounts of Spitfire contribution to the war effort and have followed the history of the plane for many years (I am 83). Read more
Published 22 months ago by Terence C. Chilvers
Good read
This book is the result of diary entries by the author during the Battle of Britian period and altough it cannot be compared to "First Light" it does cover the experiences of the... Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2009 by B. O'BOYLE
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great book in memory of the "so few" who have made what I'm doing right now possible.
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