Messerschmitt Me 264 Amerika Bomber X-Planes, 2 Paperback September 20, 2016

The "Messerschmitt Me 264 Amerika Bomber (X-Planes, 2)" by Robert Forsyth has garnered a range of responses from customers, highlighting both its strong points and areas for improvement in the narrative it presents. Reviewers generally commend the book for its thorough examination of the technical and developmental aspects of the Me 264 bomber, stating that it provides one of the best discussions available of this particular historical subject. The book is praised for its excellent condition, and readers find value in the illustrations and specific details surrounding the aircraft’s design and intended purpose. However, the book is not without its criticisms. Some readers noted that while the technical insights were solid, the strategic context was lacking. Specific comments pointed out errors and oversights in the historical narrative, such as inaccuracies related to the Fw 200 Condor and its conversion into a bomber, and mishaps concerning certain historical facts. Critiques also mention a sense of disorganization within the narrative, particularly in discussing the competing bomber projects of the era and the bureaucratic inefficiencies that plagued Nazi Germany's aviation directives. Overall, Forsyth’s work is seen as a valuable addition to the literature on World War II aircraft, but readers desire a more rigorous and accurate context surrounding the strategic implications of the Me 264 within the larger framework of military aviation history. **