Philip Kaplan Books

A reconstruction, in words and pictures, of the Allied air campaign against Nazi Germany during World War II. It documents the Anglo-American day-night bombing offensive, with contemporary photographs and interviews of those who took part.

Based on historic events, and frighteningly relevant to today's headlines -- a taut thriller about one American diplomat’s year of living dangerously in Tehran in the days leading up to the Iranian Revolution … In the style of Alan Furst, this suspenseful thriller -- based on real events -- places an idealistic American diplomat in a turbulent, US-hating Tehran in the days leading up to the Iranian Revolution. Backed by the CIA, and trailed by a beautiful and engaging French journalist he suspects is a spy, David Weiseman's mission is to ease the Shah of Iran out of power and find the best alternative between the military, religious extremists, and the political ruling class -- many of whom are simultaneously trying to kill him.

Without the merchant navies of Britain, Cana da and the USA the British would not have survived even a fe w weeks of war. In words and pictures this book honours the mariners who faced danger day after day to bring essential s upplies to Britain. '

This book examines the reality behind the myths of the legendary RAF fighter aces during the Battle of Britain. Includes experiences of fighter pilots based on archival research, diaries, letters, published and unpublished memoirs and personal interviews with well known veterans.

Comprehensive historic account of the last century of naval aviation development.

Kaplan describes aircraft carriers, from the first ramshackle seaplane carriers to nuclear-powered vessels, and the planes that have flown from them - Swordfish biplanes, Hellcats, Hornets, Hawkeyes and Sea Harriers.

Focusing on the early Big Gun battleships of World War I, this volume in the Images of War series showcases iconic vessels like HMS Warspite and Malaya, along with others such as Royal Sovereign and HMS Eagle. The pictorial history includes both British and international ships, providing a comprehensive look at naval warfare during this period. This edition sets the stage for a second volume that will explore the evolution of battleships in World War II, highlighting the changing demands of naval combat.

'I do not think that Malan could join a squadron without improving it, however good it was. Not by sword-waving, but by a strength of mind and integrity that are at once recognisable and effective...he was the best pilot of the War' - Air Commodore Al Deere, C.B.E., D.S.O., D.F.C.

In words and images, tales of the sinking and destruction of some of the most imposing battleships to see action during the most pivotal events of modern naval history. Images of preserved battleships rest alongside those of battleships in action.

An insightful new addition to the Images of War series which features over 150 black and white photographs of iconic ships, including Scharnhorst, Gneisenau, Warspite, Tirpitz and Yamato.