Aircraft Carriers are the archetypal weapons system of the twentieth century.  They were born during World War I and became the predominate naval ship during the Pacific campaign of World War II.  To this day they are the central component of many modern navys around the world not the least of which is the American Navy where carrier battlegroups sail the world's oceans.  The book, Aircraft Carriers, describes not only their use in many conflicts but also delves into the technical development of both the aircraft and the ships themselves.  The aircraft carriers, the aircraft that flew from them and the battles in which they fought are thoroughly reviewed in this book.  American Carriers includes the following chapters: 1) Early Steps; 2) The Test Of War; 3) Post-War Progress; 4) Politics And Personalities; 5) The Big Carriers; 6) The Third Generation; 7) Baptism Of Fire: 8) The Rising Sun; 9) Pride Goes Before The Fall; 10) The Production Battle; 11) Carriers On The Attack and 12) The New Capital Ship.  The book, Aircraft Carriers, includes the following: 1) Over 300 color and black and white vintage photographs; 2) Many cut-away diagrams and 3) Numerous charts, drawings and maps.  This book is sure to be favorably received by both naval fans and students of war at sea alike.  This book is 192 pages and in very good condition.  The author is Antony Preston.  Edition published in 1979.