Monty. The Making of a General 1887-1942

London England: Hamish Hamilton. Very Good/Very Good. 1981. First Edition. Cloth. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0241105838 Hardback Based on the Private Papers of Field-Marshal Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, this is the first volume of the authorized Life of Field-Marshal Montgomery, written by a young historian who knew Montgomery intimately in his later years. This book breaks entirely new ground. As well as having access to Montgomery's secret diaries, letters and vast collection of docuements, the author has personally interviewed many of the people who knew Montgomery at different times of his life: family, friends, colleagues and subordinates. Intensive research in the military archives has also produced a wealth of new information that will surprise even those familiar with Field-Marshal Montgomery's extraordinary career. This book will become a lasting memorial to one of the greatest figures of the twentieth century; a general whose decisive victory at Alamein would become the turning point of the Second World War. After reading this book few will doubt Montgomery's place in the pantheon of great commanders of all time. Illustrated.871 pages. Slight foxing to edges. Slight shelf wear to D/J. .