WWII Spitfire Pilot at the Battle of Britain

Overview

This book is a delightful yet gentle approach to introducing the young reader to the reality of how WWII started and to the role of the young British pilot in charge of a Spitfire airplane. Full of amazing historical facts, the story includes how pots and pans were melted down to make more planes and how women made airplane parts by working in factories and even drove tanks. Beautifully illustrated with easy-to-read text, this book is not only engaging, entertaining, and educating but it also serves as a great learning tool to WWII and British/American history. It is a must have for budding pilots everywhere.

Reviews

"Author Faye Beerling and illustrator Gareth Bowler return to make learning about history great fun for youngsters, somehow capturing all the bravery, camaraderie and heroism - as well as the scary bits - of the Battle of Britain in one very enjoyable picture book! If you like 'Horrible Histories', you'll love this"  —Paul Hayton, Bookshop Manager, Waterstones

Author Biography

F.J. Beerling is the author of Hurricane Harry, Little Wings, and WWII Spitfire Pilot. Her unique writing style has won her worldwide acclaim and she continues to reach out to and educate children worldwide. Gareth Bowler is an illustrator whose work has won him accolades internationally and has captured the hearts of children worldwide. He is the illustrator of Hurricane Harry, Little Wings, and WWII Spitfire Pilot. They both live in England.