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TALE OF A TIGER
by R.T. Smith
- Used
- as new
- Hardcover
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- As New
- Seller
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New York, New York, United States
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About This Item
Van Nuys, CA: Tiger Originals, 1986. First Edition. Hardcover (with Dust Jacket). As New. Signed. The memoir of Robert Smith, one of the legendary Flying Tigers, who scored nine victories and went on to serve under the Tigers’ commander, Gen. Chennault, in the U.S. Air Force after they were disbanded. Much of the book consists of facsimiles from Smith’s diary. Signed inscription by the author on half-title page. A fine copy, in rubbed dust jacket with some edge wear. (362p., circa 80 photos, 2 maps, roster.)
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Details
- Bookseller
- Chartwell Booksellers
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 140139
- Title
- TALE OF A TIGER
- Author
- R.T. Smith
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover (with Dust Jacket)
- Book Condition
- New
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Tiger Originals
- Place of Publication
- Van Nuys, CA
- Date Published
- 1986
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