Vintage Ballantine WWII + WWI Paperback Bundle: “Patton” (War Leader #1) + “The Guns 1914 to 1918” (Weapons #27)
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Two iconic Ballantine’s Illustrated History paperbacks (one on General Patton, one on WWI artillery), packed with vintage photos and classic 1970s design.
Description
Step into mid-century military publishing with a 2-book Ballantine bundle featuring bold cover art, black-and-white photo spreads, and that unmistakable “$1 newsstand era” vibe.
Included (2 books):
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Patton, Charles Whiting
Ballantine’s Illustrated History of World War II: War Leader, Book No. 1 (c. 1970) -
The Guns 1914 to 1918, Ian V. Hogg
Ballantine’s Illustrated History of the Violent Century: Weapons, Book No. 27 (c. 1971)
Item specifics
- Product type: Vintage Books / Military History
- Brand/Vendor: Ballantine Books
- Format: Paperback
- Language: English
- Era: 1970s (approx.)
- Approx. size (each): 8" x 5.5" x 0.25"
Condition:
- Vintage wear throughout: edge/corner rub, cover/spine scuffs, and general shelf wear consistent with age.
- Patton: previous owner name/address written on the contents page (shown in photos).
- Pages otherwise appear intact; bindings present.
Scroll in to view the photos for accurate condition. This is the actual book you are receiving.
This pair matches Charles Whiting’s Patton (War Leader No. 1) with Ian V. Hogg’s The Guns 1914 to 1918 (Weapons No. 27), and it suits a WWII and WWI history shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.
- Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
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- Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
- Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.
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