CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2010.
The Spitfire Story
Originally published back in 1982, this revised edition marking the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain retains the air of an older book – text heavy, with the restrained use of mono photography. For anyone with a real interest in the history and development of the iconic fighter aircraft, however, this lack of distraction is ideal, and it’s unlikely you’ll find a more detailed, more thoroughly-researched narrative of Reginald J Mitchell’s genuinely beautiful design. And some of the details are genuinely mind-blowing; for instance, back in 1937, Japanese company Mitsubishi was keen to buy a single Spitfire. Just think of the potential change to the Second World War if that sale had gone ahead! Liberally illustrated with photographs from both public and private collections, this is a work that dares to be definitive. [PFC]
The Spitfire Story, Alfred Price, Haynes Publishing, £25, ISBN 978-184425819-2
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We have three copies of The Spitfire Story to give away! For a chance of winning a copy, email your contact details (name, address, telephone number) to paul@cravenpublishing.co.uk with ‘Spitfire Story’ in the subject line. Alternatively, send your details to Spitfire Story Giveaway, Craven Publishing, 15-39 Durham Street, Glasgow, G41 1BS.
Birdsong
Based on Sebastian Faulks’s international best-selling novel, the play tells the story of one man’s journey through an all consuming love affair and into the horror of the First World War. This beautiful and haunting story about love, courage and the endurance of the human spirit is brought to the stage in a version by writer Rachel Wagstaff and acclaimed director Sir Trevor Nunn, with Ben Barnes (Prince Caspian in The Chronicles of Narnia, Dorian Gray)
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We have a pair of tickets to see Birdsong at The Comedy Theatre, London. For a chance of winning them, email your contact details (name, address, telephone number) to paul@cravenpublishing.co.uk with ‘Birdsong’ in the subject line. Alternatively, send your details to Birdsong Ticket Giveaway, Craven Publishing, 15-39 Durham Street, Glasgow, G41 1BS.
Note: Tickets are valid for all Monday to Thursday performances, subject to availability, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Prize is as stated and cannot be transferred or exchanged; no cash alternative will be offered.
2010 Birmingham Military Tattoo
Whether it’s the massed marching bands, the exciting displays or the splendour of the Grand Finale, there’s something for everyone at this year’s Birmingham Military Tattoo, on Saturday 27 November (6pm) and Sunday 28 November (2pm).
For more than 20 years the event has thrilled audiences with world class performers joining local groups to create a three-hour spectacle. This year organisers have secured the participation of the Band of the Polish Guard, the Royal Netherlands Army Reserve and the Royal Swedish Navy Cadet Band, while the UK will be represented by the Band of the King’s Division and the Band, Pipes and Drums of the Royal Irish Regiment. The National Youth Marching Band, meantime, will brings together many individual youth marching bands from across the UK.
Complementing the Massed Bands, this year’s Tattoo also features many displays sure to appeal to all the family, including a special commemorative display marking the 150 Year Anniversary of the Cadet Force.
Tickets are on sale now priced between £13.50 and £21.50 from the box office on 0844 338 8000. Reduced prices are available for children and senior citizens. Additional booking fees may apply. More information is available by visiting www.birminghamtattoo.co.uk.
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We have four sets of family tickets (two adults and two children per group) to give away for THE AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE ON SUNDAY 28 NOVEMBER. For a chance of winning, answer the following question: How many years of the Cadets is the Birmingham Military Tattoo celebrating this year?
Email your answer and contact details (name, address, telephone number) to paul@cravenpublishing.co.uk with ‘Birmingham Military Tattoo’ in the subject line. Alternatively, send your answer and details to Birmingham Military Tattoo Giveaway, Craven Publishing, 15-39 Durham Street, Glasgow, G41 1BS.
Note: Details of entries will be forwarded to the organisers of the Birmingham Military Tattoo.