Details
-
Title
No Greater Ally: The Untold Story of Poland's Forces in World War II
-
Author
Koskodan, Kenneth K
-
Binding
Hardcover
-
Edition
1st Edition
-
Condition
Used - /Dust Jacket Included
-
Pages
272
-
Volumes
1
-
Language
ENG
-
Publisher
Osprey Publishing, 2009,, Botley
-
Date
2009
-
Illustrated
Yes
-
Bookseller's Inventory #
468175
-
ISBN
9781846033650 / 1846033659
-
Weight
1.42 lbs (0.64 kg)
-
Dimensions
9.44 x 6.12 x 1.15 in (23.98 x 15.54 x 2.92 cm)
-
Library of Congress subjects
World War, 1939-1945 - Poland, Poland - History, Military - 20th century
-
Library of Congress Catalog Number
2009455987
-
Dewey Decimal Code
940.534
About Brimstones United Kingdom
Biblio member since 2005
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Brimstones is owned and run by Geoff Kinderman from a converted barn in the Sussex countryside, with a stock of approx. 30,000 out- of-print, second-hand and antiquarian titles. The stock is general, with lots of 20th Century fiction, and non-fiction concentrated in the braod spectrum of biography / history / politics / social science / philosophy / theology, This is a postal-only business, specialising in internet selling, and providing fast, efficient service, with hgih fulfilment rates, low postage costs, and immediate despatch.
Terms of Sale:
I can accept payments by Visa or Mastercard by phone on 01273 814361. All orders are dispatched promptly when payment in full has been received. I use Royal Mail tracked services for all deliveries world-wide, and orders are mailed out the same working day whenever possible - usually for orders placed before 2pm - or the next day. Should you be unhappy about any book I have supplied, for any reason, I offer a full refund on return. Please do contact me by email before incurring any postage costs.
Browse books from Brimstones
From the publisher
Ken Koskodan graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Communications. The emphasis of his degree was in Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations. Of Polish descent himself, he has researched Poland's participation in World War II for many years, and in the course of his research has interviewed many surviving veterans. This is his first book. The author lives in Detroit, MI.
Media reviews
"No Greater Ally is an absolutely crucial contribution to the history of the Second World War. Anybody who seeks to understand the dynamics of betrayal and resistance as they apply to this period, in Poland, in Europe, must read this book." -Alan Furst, auhor of The Polish Soldier
"This fascinating book fills a yawning gap in our knowledge of the Second
World War. By bringing in the personal reminiscences of people of all
stations, the author gives pace and immediacy to this extraordinary story."
Adam Zamoyski, author of Forgotten Few: The Polish Air Force in World War II
"This book should prove to be interesting to any WW2 history enthusiast who yearns to learn more about Poland and the Polish people in the war." -C Peter Chen, www.ww2db.com (June 2009)
"Koskodan presents a moving history of the long Polish involvement in World War II, with many details of the brigades, air squadrons, and infantry divisions under the Home Army or with Allied Forces... [He] has shown the bravery and undaunted spirit of the Polish people. He has provided details of the Home Army, the Polish Air Force, the many cavalry and infantry divisions, their battles in Europe and Africa and a history of the atrocities of the Polish population as well as testimonials from twelve Polish people. They were soldiers, school-girls, boy scouts, farmers, doctors and lawyers, determined to aid in saving their nation and their lives." -Florence Waszkelelwicz, Clowes, Polish American Journal (June 2009)
"I hadn’t realised, before reading this outstanding book, just how crucial the Polish contribution to our victory actually was. If it hadn’t been for their pilots, for instance, we might well have lost the Battle of Britain: on some days, Fighter Command could scramble only 350 pilots, of which 100 were Poles..." -Henry Coningsby, Waterstones (July 2009)
"Kenneth K. Koskodan’s book No Greater Ally: The Untold Story of Poland’s Forces in World War II covers every aspect of Poland’s contributions during the war. It is the perfect starting point for learning about that nation’s struggle during those dark days. It gives an overview of all the major Polish operations during the war as well as the betrayal they suffer at the hands of their friends and allies at the end of the war." - Historia Infinitus (November 2009)
"Koskodan spent years researching his subject, which included many hours of interviews with Polish veterans, and his immensely readable book is a giant leap towards an increased understanding of the incredible and heartbreaking story of the Polish contributions to the Allied cause during WWII." -Kathryn Attwood, bookpleasures.com (December 2009)
"Whether you are a historian or modeler, No Greater Ally is a captivating book. With the amount of authoritative detailed information, clarity of delivery, and abundance of supporting photographs and images, Poland’s fight for liberation is an educating and fascinating book." -Frederick Boucher, Armorama
About the author
Ken Koskodan graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Communications. The emphasis of his degree was in Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations. Of Polish descent himself, he has researched Poland's participation in World War II for many years, and in the course of his research has interviewed many surviving veterans. This is his first book. The author lives in Detroit, MI.
