Books by Philip Kaplan

Examines the reality behind the myths of the legendary RAF fighter aces during the Battle of Britain. This book includes experiences of fighter pilots based on archival research, diaries, letters, published and memoirs and personal interviews with veterans of the war.

'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.