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167compared unfavourably with the relatively energetic approach adopted in the USA. The author describes a number of other problems and adverse issues, although he does give credit where it is due and he cites the Viscount as a notable achievement. I commend this 2888page book to anyone who has an interest in the post8war history of British aviation. It is at once thought8provoking, interesting and a fascinating read which explains why the promise of 1945 eventually withered to the aviation industry with which we are left today. While it is, in itself, an easily digested appreciation of the problems which were encountered, it will also provide a sound foundation on which to base further research. It will remain on my %u2018ready use%u2019 bookshelf, in the certain knowledge that it will be reached for frequently. Sadly, it makes its appearance just as the RAF faces the loss of several of its capabilities in yet another round of cuts. #,%u0006%u0009-%%u0006%u0009%u0013+%u0015/%u0006%u00094%u0014%u0014%u0015/,)%u0006