War in the Desert. – Orpen, Neil

South African Forces. World War II. Vol III

From the flyleaf: An enthralling record of the great endeavour and the gallantry of South African forces in the Middle East. Details of discussions and correspondence on the highest level in the conduct of operations, including unpublished material exchanged between Field-Marshal Smuts, the C-in-C, Middle East and senior officers who played a significant part in the war against Panzerarmee Afrika as well as in the shaping of South Africa’s own army, navy and air force. 26 Maps and diagrams. Fold out map of the Middle East Battleground in the front of the book. Some thumbing. 538 Pages. Contents clean and tightly bound. 1st Edition. Condition: Good+. Dust jacket: Fair to good. 3cm closed tear to top edge. A few small abrasions to the rear cover. Some light grubby marks and rubbing. Binding: TayloHardcover. Boards in good condition.

Publisher: Purnell Publishers
Date Published: 1971
Publication Place: Cape Town
First Edition: Yes

Condition: Good+.
Binding: Hardcover. Boards in good condition.
Has Dust Jacket: Yes
Jacket Condition: Fair to good. 3cm closed tear to top edge. A few small abrasions to the rear cover. Some light grubby marks and rubbing.
Dimensions: 25.5cm x 15.5cm x 14.5cm