A leading naval and military historian presents the first book to cover the major submarine campaigns in all the WWII theaters. Vividly recreates the experience of submarine and anti-submarine warfare from the decision makers in the war offices to the men in the boats. Describes the disappointing pe[...]
Updated for the first time in 20 years, this complete guide to helicopter flight training introduces the beginner pilot to common maneuvers and flight mechanics, and helps you navigate the transition into the professional pilot industry. Learning to Fly Helicopters is the definitive resource for pr[...]
A concise yet authoritative introduction; this popular text offers a stimulating account of the key topics in criminal law illustrated through numerous case summaries. Exposition of the most recent case law and academic commentaries ensures a solid grounding in the subject.[...]
Covers the Constitutional Reform Act 2005, Land Registration Act 2005, Leasehold Reform Act 2002, Sexual Offences Reform Act 2003 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2005.[...]
Expert Indexing in Oracle Database 11g is about the one database structure at the heart of almost all performance concerns: the index. Database system performance is one of the top concerns in information technology today. Administrators struggle to keep up with the explosion of access and activity [...]
Performance problems are rarely "problems" per se. They are more often "crises" during which you're pressured for results by a manager standing outside your cubicle while your phone rings with queries from the help desk. You won't have the time for a leisurely perusal of the manuals, nor to lean bac[...]
In "Maritime Dominion" Peter Padfield examines the historical influence of naval power. Taking the reader from 1852 to the present day, his work covers the ascent of the United States into the role left open by Britains decline, and the position of Russian and Germany as contrary powers.
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When Hitler's deputy Rudolf Hess set off for Britain on a peace mission in May 1941, he launched one of the great mysteries of the Second World War. Had he really acted alone, without Hitler's knowledge? Who were the British he had come to see? Was British intelligence involved? Award-winning histo[...]
A peep into the fascinating world of football scouts. Always insightful, often funny.