"The Submachine-Gun" is a 1978 softcover magazine-format special written by firearms expert Ian V. Hogg and illustrated by John Batchelor, published in London by Phoebus Publishing Company as part of the Purnell's History of the World Wars Special series.
Covers the history, tactical evolution, and mechanical design of submachine guns from their World War I origins through mid-20th-century conflicts.
Features detailed cross-sections, technical cutaways, and engineering profiles drawn by renowned military illustrator John Batchelor alongside authoritative text by military historian Ian V. Hogg.
Part of the very popular Purnell - Pan/Ballantine - Macdonald - Phoebus series about the First and Second World Wars, published in the 1960s and 1970s by these various related publishing houses across the world. Printed on magazine stock paper they are reasonable quality and packed with information.
This item is in Good condition. There is coloring and marking of the pages and cover. There is some shelf wear, including fading of the spine. As usual, the photos are of the item that you will receive.