Flight - Couverture rigide

Grant, R.G.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0751337323 ISBN 13 : 9780751337327

Editeur : DK, 2002

Synopsis

Book by Grant R G

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

From the early pioneers to the latest spaceflight technology, this groundbreaking book charts the inspirational story behind humankind's conquest of the skies. In the 100 years since the Wright brothers' first powered flight, aviation has witnessed many memorable events. From record-breaking flights and aerial warfare, to advances in aircraft design and the race for space, Flight covers the most memorable moments in the history of aviation. Describing the feats of the brave men and women who piloted the early flying machines, to the pioneers of long-distance flight and the test pilots who ushered in the jet age, Flight is a gripping narrative of humankind's quest to conquer the skies and explore space. Loaded with spectacular full-color photographs, dramatic first-hand accounts, and fact-filled profiles on a huge range of aircraft, this is an enthralling account of a century of innovation and adventure.

Présentation de l'éditeur :

100 years of airborne innovation and adventure for aviation fans - in a new compact editionFrom the Wright brothers' first powered flight, to Concorde's final voyage and the tragic crash of the Columbia, take a sky-high journey through the history of aviation. Charting the trailblazers, jet test pilots and constant progress at the cutting-edge of technology, every aspect of flight is explored. Recalling memorable events - record-breaking flights, aerial warfare and terrorist hijackings - this is the story of how man's dream to fly became a reality and central to modern history.Endorsed by the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum and the Imperial War Museum, Duxford.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: DK
• Date d'édition: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0751337323
• ISBN 13: 9780751337327
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 452