What I liked is the amount of pictures and schematics in the technical section, which gives a more clear perspective on the snorkels at that time. How rapidly the technical changes happened was astonishing. I’m not technically minded and it was nice to see comparative pictures of different models of snorkels and pictures with men, for comparison. Some things mentioned in the book are really intriguing, like the fact they used a covering to absorb radar waves, making it harder to detect. I didn’t imagine such a thing was even possible. Besides the pictures, there are wartime documents mentioned in the book and quotes from them, which again, give a more wholistic view on this subject. As one can imagine, considering the title and the size of the book, it is not aimed at the general public. But, for historians or people interested in technological advancement in the 20th century, I would recommend it. 5/5 stars Read the full review [link=http://www.coffeeandbooks.co.uk/total-undersea-war-by-aaron-stephan-hamilton/]here[/link]
Coffee and Books

The book is a very agile and pleasant biography that describes the life of a great sailor, perhaps finding himself in the right places but at the wrong time, but who did not progress very psychologically and strategically in understanding the military situations in which he found himself. It should be acknowledged that he remained himself to the end and that it deserves to be remembered and celebrated. Read the full Italian review [link=https://oldbarbedwire.blogspot.com/2020/07/churchills-admirals-in-two-world-wars.html?m=0]here[/link]
On The Old Barbed Wire

It was interesting to read about the struggle the Allies faced as they were fighting against Nazi U-boats. He makes some interesting points too, for example relating to the stance the UK and US were taken at the end of the war. At page 173, Ireland states: “Five survived to surrender.” Simple sentences like this makes one think of how brutal the war was, or, indeed, any war is. I think it was more poignant because it was so simply stated. I would recommend this book to anybody who studies the history of the period. There are so many details on types of U-boats and convoys. It’s very likely that I will check this book again when I start reading on this period in my second year at university. 5/5 stars Read the full review [link=http://www.coffeeandbooks.co.uk/the-battle-of-the-atlantic-by-bernard-ireland/]here[/link]
Coffee and Books

The author’s research is undoubtedly impressive, and this book will appeal to anyone interested in maritime aviation. It is essentially a chronological history of German maritime aviation and it covers all German theatres of war. For people interested in maritime aviation, World War 2 aviation or just general aviation history this book is essential reading and it should be added to your personal library.
Dr Stuart C Blank

'This book is at once a comprehensive and sophisticated re-examination of a fascinating subject, an opportunity to emphasise the place of intelligence in the wider work of navies, in peace and war, and to stress the critical role of naval power in British policy.’
Andrew Lambert, Laughton Professor of Naval History, Kings College London