A new year and still researching and writing. Two current projects , one is editing a thesis by an ex PhD student of mine. Sam Jones died not long after sucessfully completing her viva so I am working on turning it into book in her memory. Project 2 is a chapter for a new book on the Battle of Britain edited by Professors Richard Overy and Jeremy Crang. 

An early review has landed. A nice lengthy piece in The Spectator and the One Crew book is complimented for my 'verve and precision' in writing. Think I will treasure that phrase.

Horatio Clare sums it up with 'generosity of purse, body and soul are everywhere in this scrupulous and gripping history.'

I was honoured to be asked to write the history of the RNLi from its foundation in 1824. It has been fascinating research among an incredible treasure trove of stories and left me feeling humbled by the work of the many volunteers and staff who have made this such a great charity. 

Suitably on Battle of Britain Day my biography of Stanford Tuck is now published. There are already some very positive early reviews which are rewarding after a long book gestation.  

At last I can announce my forthcoming book, Stanford Tuck: Hero of the Battle of Britain, the Life of the Great Fighter Ace

Its has taken a bit longer than planned but I am delighted that it is now in the catalogue of Grub Street Publishing. Due for publication in September this year.

He has been a most interesting study.