Paul bardell Posted 6 December , 2020 Share Posted 6 December , 2020 The postman has just delivered my copy of VolI Wow - just wow, what the others have said about Vol II - quality of production, photos and research are off the scale. Plus the weight of the thing!! - this is twice a big as Vol I I have had time for only the fastest of look throughs, before it goes away to Santa (I hope he has the strength to get this down my chimney. along with the other books he already has for me) Jonathan, this is a great set of books, congratulations on the very high standard of research and production. I wish you much success in the sales of both volumes. Regards Paul Leicester. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe19612 Posted 6 December , 2020 Share Posted 6 December , 2020 Mine came today. Thanks again Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Michelle Young Posted 6 December , 2020 Admin Share Posted 6 December , 2020 My sons ordered a copy for their Dads Xmas present but have ended up with two copies. Should anyone like a copy they can collect from my son in Bristol until Xmas Eve or here after Xmas. A donation to the forum would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whizzbang Posted 7 December , 2020 Share Posted 7 December , 2020 Received mine yesterday - a quick flick through confirms that this is yet another high quality book From the annotated colour photos of the battlefields to the rare wartime photos and detailed text this is destined to be a future classic series well done Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flintman Posted 7 December , 2020 Share Posted 7 December , 2020 I have just received my hardback copy of Volume 2. Have only had chance to have a general scan but it looks to be a fantastic resource. Clive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58 Div Mule Posted 7 December , 2020 Share Posted 7 December , 2020 Got mine today too. Looks really good, all 680 pages! However, was removed from my hand, wrapped in Christmas paper and secreted in the wardrobe. V. frustrating. 58 DM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tharkin56 Posted 9 December , 2020 Share Posted 9 December , 2020 I have mine on the table in front of me, so happy to appear in the acknowledgements. This sets a new standard. I don't have to wait to Christmas but posting some spoilers might be a bit hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norfolk1 Posted 12 December , 2020 Share Posted 12 December , 2020 Hi all Just received my copy of vol 2, it looks great full of information . Now cant wait for vol 3 Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tharkin56 Posted 12 December , 2020 Share Posted 12 December , 2020 I wonder if Jon Porter said the same words 'Now can't for Vol 3' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norfolk1 Posted 12 December , 2020 Share Posted 12 December , 2020 Hi I hope not, its such a good read Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tharkin56 Posted 12 December , 2020 Share Posted 12 December , 2020 i am just finishing a book myself on the Officers killed on the 1st July 1916. I've managed to find over 800 photos of the Fallen officers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Maria Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 Vol I (softback) at £14.99 in the N&MP sale ( at the moment ) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Dunlop Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 That is a great bargain, Black Maria. Thanks for the heads-up. I love my two hard-copy volumes but the soft back version will make it a lot easier for others to appreciate the fantastic job that Jonathan Porter has done. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Maria Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 16 minutes ago, Robert Dunlop said: That is a great bargain, Black Maria. Thanks for the heads-up. I love my two hard-copy volumes but the soft back version will make it a lot easier for others to appreciate the fantastic job that Jonathan Porter has done. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Filsell Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 I was fortunate enough to be sent a review copy of the first volume for Stand To! Sadly, and this is no complaint, although I will not be reviewing volume 2 I have been offered a review of the book for the magazine. Having happily bought the book I have one question - has anyone tried to read it in bed? It's big old unit, but what a terrific piece of work in every respect. regards David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithfazzani Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 For Christmas my wife bought me a “lap office” a bean bag contraption which will allow reading of volume 2 without doing myself an injury. It is a fantastic read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fattyowls Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 7 hours ago, Black Maria said: Vol I (softback) at £14.99 in the N&MP sale ( at the moment ) . Thanks for the top tip, I've been meaning to buy this for ages so the nudge (nudge) was timely. Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Maria Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 1 hour ago, Fattyowls said: Thanks for the top tip, I've been meaning to buy this for ages so the nudge (nudge) was timely. Pete. You're welcome, glad you were able to take advantage of it . I doubt they will be around for too long . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fattyowls Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 15 minutes ago, Black Maria said: I doubt they will be around for too long That's exactly what I thought as I hovered over the add to cart button given it's universal praise both here and elsewhere. I read Chris' review on the site and my only qualms were the prospect of the book falling on me and causing injury...... Pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Maria Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 28 minutes ago, Fattyowls said: That's exactly what I thought as I hovered over the add to cart button given it's universal praise both here and elsewhere. I read Chris' review on the site and my only qualms were the prospect of the book falling on me and causing injury...... Pete. I noticed it wasn't available on Amazon and only a hardback copy on ABE for £55 so i think you made a wise decision . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fattyowls Posted 30 December , 2020 Share Posted 30 December , 2020 18 minutes ago, Black Maria said: i think you made a wise decision It had to happen sometime on the infinite number of monkeys/typewriter/script for Hamlet principle. I was told I was right on something about Verdun earlier in the week, another first. I won't let it go to my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Broomfield Posted 3 January , 2021 Share Posted 3 January , 2021 My copy is en route. I have received two emails from Hermes, the latter telling me they have received my parcel. I now have to hope that Mrs Broomfield is in a good and forgiving mood when it arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted 3 January , 2021 Share Posted 3 January , 2021 1 hour ago, Steven Broomfield said: I now have to hope that Mrs Broomfield is in a good and forgiving mood when it arrives. She may wish to read it before you do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Broomfield Posted 3 January , 2021 Share Posted 3 January , 2021 She may wish to read it before you do. I'm slightly more concerned she might drop it on my foot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Michelle Young Posted 3 January , 2021 Admin Share Posted 3 January , 2021 Just a reminder, if anyone wants a copy of volume 2, there is one going, to be collected from Bristol. A donation to the GWF is asked for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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