Airmen – Human And Humorous: "Before We Topple" (SIGNED)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Signed with inscription
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few institutions breed more colourful characters than the armed forces, and Airmen – Human and Humorous: Before We Topple by Tom (Bronco) Johnson is a rollicking celebration of exactly that spirit. Drawing on a rich career in aviation and military service, Johnson chronicles the absurdities, camaraderie, and unforgettable personalities that populate life among airmen, presenting a world where laughter and loyalty go hand in hand. With an irreverent yet affectionate tone, the book presents a mosaic of anecdotes that capture the very human side of men and women who served in the air forces. Published by the Queensland-based Boolarong Publications, this is a work steeped in Australian military culture and the larrikin tradition of self-deprecating humour that defines so much of the nation's storytelling. Johnson's style is warm, unpretentious, and sharp-eyed, illustrating the bonds forged under pressure with wit and genuine fondness. Notably, this copy appears to be a signed and inscribed edition — a rare personal touch that makes it a true collector's piece. For anyone with an affinity for aviation history, Australian military memoirs, or simply a good laugh, this volume promises stories that linger long after the last page is turned.
Author: Tom (Bronco) Johnson
Format: Paperback
Published: 1988, Boolarong Publications
Genre: Humour
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Signed with inscription
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few institutions breed more colourful characters than the armed forces, and Airmen – Human and Humorous: Before We Topple by Tom (Bronco) Johnson is a rollicking celebration of exactly that spirit. Drawing on a rich career in aviation and military service, Johnson chronicles the absurdities, camaraderie, and unforgettable personalities that populate life among airmen, presenting a world where laughter and loyalty go hand in hand. With an irreverent yet affectionate tone, the book presents a mosaic of anecdotes that capture the very human side of men and women who served in the air forces. Published by the Queensland-based Boolarong Publications, this is a work steeped in Australian military culture and the larrikin tradition of self-deprecating humour that defines so much of the nation's storytelling. Johnson's style is warm, unpretentious, and sharp-eyed, illustrating the bonds forged under pressure with wit and genuine fondness. Notably, this copy appears to be a signed and inscribed edition — a rare personal touch that makes it a true collector's piece. For anyone with an affinity for aviation history, Australian military memoirs, or simply a good laugh, this volume promises stories that linger long after the last page is turned.