Operation Bowler

The thrilling true story behind the Allies’ mission to take back Venice from the Germans – and save its artistic and architectural treasures.

' Full of fascinating detail on the project...this book will be of interest to those with a passion for Venice, or who are concerned by the effect of conflict on the world’s heritage.' — Telegraph

' A remarkable story, told with detail and panache .' — New Statesman

‘ Hugely entertaining , Spitfire is told with the passion and style that this most iconic of aircraft deserves.’ —James Holland on Spitfire

' Stylishly written and entertainingly told , Spitfire is a real treasure-trove… A wonderful book .’ —Rowland White on Spitfire

‘ Elegant and meticulously researched … an authoritative and comprehensive tribute to a unique aircraft.’ — Spectator on Spitfire

‘A drama that cannot help take wing. The elements will excite the imagination and raise the heart .’ — Sunday Telegraph on Spitfire

Jonathan Glancey is a journalist, author and broadcaster. Having previously worked for the Guardian and Independent , he now writes for the Daily Telegraph . He is the author of Spitfire: The Biography and Concorde.