As confirmed by this book's title, my dictionary alludes to the 'hunter' epithet attached to the name 'Nimrod', but as a secondary 'trait' it also mentions 'Great Sportsman'. Well, given the Nimrod's great endurance, vision, intelligence and offensive capability, I think we can assume that triathlons or heptathlons are it's sporting forte', and this book ably tells the story of a thoroughbred aircraft, born out of the Comet, able to take on all-comers.
‘The Nimrod - Mighty Hunter’ is another excellent title from Dalrymple & Verdun, and one which will appeal to many, not just those with an interest in maritime aviation. Useful photographs, coupled to an informative text containing much technical information on the various avionic, weapon and information gathering equipment fitted, make this an ideal book for those wanting to know more about this enigmatic, 'silent hunter'.
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