--- product_id: 32776396 title: "The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment" price: "177.69 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/32776396-the-phantom-major-the-story-of-david-stirling-and-sas store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment **Price:** 177.69 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment - **How much does it cost?** 177.69 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/32776396-the-phantom-major-the-story-of-david-stirling-and-sas) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment [Cowles, Virginia] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment Review: An Exciting Action-Adventure of the War in the Desert - This is the 2nd time I've read this book, and it was as exciting as the first. Perhaps more so because the first time was in 2004. I chose to read this book for research on my second book, a World War II story about behind-the-lines activity in North Africa. This book is not only insightful about the War, but entertaining on how a small detachment grew in what today is the S.A.S. (Special Air Service). It's very interesting how despite the success of this small military unit during the early days of the War in the Desert, military leaders were slow to recognize its importance. David Stirling seemed the unlikely man to create such a force. He was not the dashing handsome hero, but rather an ordinary, even quiet-looking person whom one would hardly take notice. However, Stirling proved looks can be deceiving, for he was an extremely confident, competitive, determined and capable leader. Stirling recognized the Afrika Korps' weaknesses and penetrated enemy lines with American jeeps outfitted with Vickers and Lewis machine guns. They raided enemy aerodromes, destroyed over 250 enemy planes (more than any single squadron of the R.A.F.), fuel depots, machine shops, trucks, you name it, they hit it. At one point Stirling was considered to be awarded the highest award for valor by the Royal Air Force (R.A.F.), but jealous officers nixed the idea. This book takes you through how Stirling came up with the idea for L Detachment, the obstacles he faced within the British Army, his recruitment of officers and men, acquiring supplies and training, and actual engagements with the enemy. Their exploits are described in detail, and it is truly amazing how close they came to capture in the middle of the desert. The author writes in clarity the depravations they faced with low rations, water, fuel and ammunition. The Special Air Service was such a threat to Rommel's Afrika Korps that a specially-trained unit was formed in Germany and flown to North Africa to deal with them. If you love military fiction, or history, you will love this book because it combines them both. I found it highly entertaining and am glad to have this in my personal collection. David Lucero, author Review: This is one of the best WWII stories you'll ever read - Amazing how much damage a small group of badassess can do. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | 1848843860 | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,298,399 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #919 in Intelligence & Espionage History #1,148 in WWII Biographies #4,139 in World War II History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (926) | | Dimensions | 5.45 x 0.93 x 8.49 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 9781848843868 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1848843868 | | Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 320 pages | | Publication date | June 13, 2011 | | Publisher | Pen and Sword Military | ## Images ![The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Qzuvk7IcL.jpg) ![The Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the SAS Regiment - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31qHUp-WBRL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Exciting Action-Adventure of the War in the Desert *by D***O on July 10, 2016* This is the 2nd time I've read this book, and it was as exciting as the first. Perhaps more so because the first time was in 2004. I chose to read this book for research on my second book, a World War II story about behind-the-lines activity in North Africa. This book is not only insightful about the War, but entertaining on how a small detachment grew in what today is the S.A.S. (Special Air Service). It's very interesting how despite the success of this small military unit during the early days of the War in the Desert, military leaders were slow to recognize its importance. David Stirling seemed the unlikely man to create such a force. He was not the dashing handsome hero, but rather an ordinary, even quiet-looking person whom one would hardly take notice. However, Stirling proved looks can be deceiving, for he was an extremely confident, competitive, determined and capable leader. Stirling recognized the Afrika Korps' weaknesses and penetrated enemy lines with American jeeps outfitted with Vickers and Lewis machine guns. They raided enemy aerodromes, destroyed over 250 enemy planes (more than any single squadron of the R.A.F.), fuel depots, machine shops, trucks, you name it, they hit it. At one point Stirling was considered to be awarded the highest award for valor by the Royal Air Force (R.A.F.), but jealous officers nixed the idea. This book takes you through how Stirling came up with the idea for L Detachment, the obstacles he faced within the British Army, his recruitment of officers and men, acquiring supplies and training, and actual engagements with the enemy. Their exploits are described in detail, and it is truly amazing how close they came to capture in the middle of the desert. The author writes in clarity the depravations they faced with low rations, water, fuel and ammunition. The Special Air Service was such a threat to Rommel's Afrika Korps that a specially-trained unit was formed in Germany and flown to North Africa to deal with them. If you love military fiction, or history, you will love this book because it combines them both. I found it highly entertaining and am glad to have this in my personal collection. David Lucero, author ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is one of the best WWII stories you'll ever read *by C***R on December 20, 2019* Amazing how much damage a small group of badassess can do. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great historical reference *by C***Y on August 20, 2024* This book was written at a level easily understood by anyone with a military background. Very cleverly put together. I would have liked more maps. ## Frequently Bought Together - Phantom Major: The Story of David Stirling and the Sas Regiment - Paddy Mayne: Lt Col Blair 'Paddy' Mayne, 1 SAS Regiment - SAS --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/32776396-the-phantom-major-the-story-of-david-stirling-and-sas](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/32776396-the-phantom-major-the-story-of-david-stirling-and-sas) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-17*