Bill Gunston was a British aviation and military author. He flew with Britain's Royal Air Force from 1945 to 1948, and after pilot training became a flying instructor. He spent most of his adult life doing research and writing on aircraft and aviation. He was the author of over 350 books and articles. His work included many books published by Salamander Books.
Published in 1986, 'MiG-23/-27 Flogger' is number 3 in the 'Osprey Combat Aircraft' series of aviation titles. Detailed, though often incomplete information is given about the design and devlopment of various versions of the aircraft in the title, supported by 35 photos and some colour artworks. Short and simple.