{"product_id":"falcons-of-france-charles-nordhoff-9781025525600","title":"Falcons of France: An Epic Novel of the Lafayette Flying Corps of World War I Fame","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Falcons of France\" is a stirring epic novel that captures the harrowing experiences and camaraderie of the legendary Lafayette Flying Corps during the First World War. Written by the acclaimed duo \u003cb\u003eCharles Nordhoff\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eJames Norman Hall\u003c\/b\u003e-both of whom served in the corps-this narrative offers an authentic and thrilling portrayal of early aerial warfare. The story follows young Charles Selden as he journeys to France to join the ranks of the volunteer aviators, transitioning from a novice pilot to a battle-hardened veteran of the skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe work provides a vivid account of the technical challenges and mortal dangers faced by the first generation of combat pilots. Through detailed descriptions of dogfights, reconnaissance missions, and the daily life of the squadron, the authors bring to life the chivalry and tragedy of the Great War's \"Knights of the Air.\" \"Falcons of France\" stands as a significant contribution to military literature, blending historical accuracy with a compelling fictional narrative. It serves not only as an adventure story but also as a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the American volunteers who fought for France before their own country entered the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Charles Nordhoff,James Norman Hall\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1025525604\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781025525600\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/14\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 226\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.71lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.48d","brand":"Charles Nordhoff","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659805831423,"sku":"9781025525600","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/falcons-of-france-charles-nordhoff-9781025525600","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}