Simons, an aviation historian, and Friedman (the B-17 Co-Op) offer a detailed account of the design and production of the Boeing B-17 and its use in WWII in bombing operations, reconnaissance, anti-submarine operations, and rescues. The book includes a wealth of b&w historical photos (many previously unpublished) of planes in production, on the ground, in the air, and being repaired. The book is distributed in the US by Casemate Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)