A compact little time capsule of WWII aviation history—four Ballantine Illustrated paperbacks with bold mid-century cover design and photo-heavy interiors.
Perfect if you love books that look good stacked and reward a quick flip-through.
What’s included (4 vintage paperbacks):
1∙ Spitfire (John Vader) — Ballantine Weapons series (copyright page shown)
2∙ Me 109: Willy Messerschmitt’s Peerless Fighter (Martin Caidin) — Ballantine Weapons series
3∙ Bomber Offensive: The Devastation of Europe (Noble Frankland) — Ballantine Campaign series
4∙ DC-3 (Arthur Pearcy) — Ballantine Violent Century / Weapons series (ISBN shown)
Specs
∙ Approx size (each): 8" x 5" x 0.25"
∙ Photo/illustration driven interiors with contents + bibliography sections
∙ Color vibe: teal/sky blues + black type + orange series bands; black-and-white photo spreads inside
∙ Great for: aviation collectors, WWII readers, pilot gifts, office/library display, nostalgia stacks
Condition
∙ Good vintage condition overall with typical paperback shelf wear (rubbing, edge/corner wear, spine creases)
∙ Pages show age toning
∙ Notes/writing present in this set: one book has a handwritten name on the contents page; one book shows pen markings on an interior page (see photos)
∙ One cover shows heavier wear/scuffing at a corner (close-up provided)
∙ Odor not noted
Ships in 1 business day and is packed with care. Free U.S. shipping on orders $35+.
If you’ve been wanting a shelf-ready aviation set with real mid-century character—this one’s ready for takeoff. ✈️
Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show minor signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact piece you’ll receive — please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
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