1943 Malta Story by W.L. River WWII RAF / USAAF Aviation Book w/ Dust Jacket

Item Description:

Up for sale is a vintage 1943 hardcover edition of "Malta Story" by W. L. River, based on the diary and war experiences of Lieutenant Howard M. Coffin (USAAF, formerly Flying Officer with the RAF). Published during World War II, this compelling narrative details the aerial Siege of Malta. Includes the original vintage dust jacket housed in a clear protective Mylar sleeve, plus decorative endpaper maps.

Item Specifics:

- Title: Malta Story

- Author: W. L. River

- Based On Experiences Of: Lieutenant Howard M. Coffin

- Subject: WWII Military Aviation / Siege of Malta / RAF / USAAF

- Publication Year: 1943

- Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

- Language: English

- Special Features: Original Dust Jacket, Mylar Cover Protector, Endpaper Maps

- Topic: World War II (1939-1945), Aviation History, Military History

- Publisher: E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc.

Condition:

Good vintage condition overall. The original dust jacket shows wear including chipping, tears along edges/spine, and tape reinforcement on the inner jacket surfaces (as pictured). Hardcover boards remain solid. Pages are clean and intact with tight binding. Features a vintage signature/owner name ("Jeannette Hallowell") in pen on the front endpaper map. Please review all photos for detailed condition before buying.

Shipping & Handling:

Shipped promptly and securely via USPS Media Mail in a sturdy cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.