Flight

Name: Flight
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9780241515747
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The Complete History of Aviation

By R.G. Grant

Series: DK Definitive Visual Histories

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Flight by R.G. Grant offers an exploration of aviation history, chronicling milestones from the earliest flying machines to the challenges of modern air travel. The book delves into the technical and adventurous facets of flight, detailing pivotal moments and pioneering figures who have shaped our understanding of air travel. With a focus on the spirit of exploration and discovery, it provides an engaging narrative for those interested in the evolution of aviation.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in the history of aviation and the incredible journey of human flight. It offers a captivating exploration of the pioneers, innovations, and thrilling adventures that have shaped the skies, perfect for any travel and adventure enthusiast.

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An expanded and updated edition of the history of aviation

Discover the enthralling story of how we took to the skies, in this journey through over 100 years of airborne innovation and adventure.

From the Wright brothers' first powered flight to Concorde's final voyage, Flight takes you sky-high, swooping you through world aviation history. Featuring spectacular photography of iconic aircraft, this book also recounts the feats of pioneers, trailblazers, and jet test pilots, and traces the technological developments so important to aviation's progress.

Memorable moments of aerial warfare and record-breaking flights are recalled alongside more than 250 profiles of innovative aircraft in this book packed with flight facts for the aviation enthusiast. The human experience of flying is documented too, and historical quotes give a glimpse into the thoughts and ambitions of key figures in flight history.

So board now and follow a journey full of achievement, adventure, and tragedy in Flight and see how our dream to fly became a reality.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241515747

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Edition: 4th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 287.0mm

Weight: 2070g

Pages: 456

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About the Author

R.G. Grant trained as a historian at Oxford University. He then worked as a language teacher in Paris and Lisbon before returning home to become a writer. He has written extensively in the fields of military history, general history, current affairs, and biography.