A HISTORY OF AERIAL NAVIGATION traces the rise of flight from hot air balloons to early engine-powered machines.
This survey blends pioneering experiments, technical ideas, and vivid anecdotes to show how engineers and adventurers transformed the sky into a new frontier.
Across chapters and portraits, the book highlights key moments and figures, from first experiments and daring demonstrations to the development of powered flight. It includes introductory commentary by a renowned authority and a wide range of illustrations that bring the era to life. Readers will encounter the evolution of ideas, the challenges faced by early aviators, and the evolving technology that made heavier‑than‑air travel possible.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a captivating journey through the history of aerial navigation as it evolved from imaginative ancient tales to the feats of daring performed with early balloons. The author traces the scientific, technological, and social forces that shaped the development of this new frontier, capturing the excitement and intrigue of early balloonists and inventors as they attempted to conquer the sky. The book is a vivid and engaging account of the pursuit of flight, a testament to human ingenuity, and a valuable resource for understanding the fundamentals of aerodynamics and ballooning. The author's meticulous research and accessible language provide a comprehensive and enjoyable adventure into the realm where humans first embraced the heavens. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331932536_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331932536
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331932536
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)