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Biggles Learns to Fly

Series: Biggles
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In Biggles Learns to Fly by W E Johns, young pilot James Bigglesworth joins the Royal Flying Corps during World War I. The novel chronicles his early adventures, experiences, and growth as a pilot amidst the dangers and excitement of aerial combat.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling adventure stories set in World War I, with a young protagonist who experiences the excitement and challenges of learning to fly and engaging in aerial combat. It's a captivating read for those who love historical fiction and heroics.

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Biggles Learns to Fly

SPECIAL MISSION!

It's the First World War and Biggles is just 17. They are reliant on the skill of their fellow crew, their wit and, above all else, bravery.

In hostile enemy skies, where instinct and fast reactions are everything, Biggles must learn to be a real fighter pilot, or die…but does he have what it takes?

Reissued with a stunning new cover, this is the perfect introduction to this bestselling classic adventure series for new readers.

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Reissued with a stunning new cover, Biggles Learns to Fly by W E Johns is the ideal entry point into this bestselling classic adventure series, perfect for new readers seeking thrilling wartime escapades.

Set against the backdrop of the First World War, Biggles Learns to Fly introduces James Bigglesworth, better known as Biggles, a young airman with a daring spirit and an unyielding determination. At just 17 years old, Biggles finds himself thrust into the perilous world of aerial combat where the planes are primitive, combat tactics are non-existent, and the only form of communication between pilots and their gunners is through hand signals.

As Biggles takes to the skies, he must quickly adapt to the harsh realities of war, where survival hinges on the skill and bravery of his crew. His journey is one of growth and self-discovery as he learns to navigate the hostile enemy skies, relying on sharp instincts and rapid reactions to stay alive.

With danger lurking at every turn, Biggles must quickly evolve into a true fighter pilot or face certain death. The stakes are high, and the odds are against him, but Biggles's courage and quick thinking set the stage for a series of gripping encounters. Will he have what it takes to survive and outmanoeuvre his enemies?

Biggles Learns to Fly is not just a tale of war; it is a timeless story of bravery, camaraderie, and the unbreakable human spirit. As readers follow Biggles's heroic journey, they will be drawn into a world where every mission is a test of nerves and every flight a step closer to mastering the skies.

Join Biggles in this captivating adventure and experience the thrill of flying in the dawn of aviation history, where heroes are made against the odds and legends are born. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and adventure, Biggles Learns to Fly continues to enthral and inspire generations of readers.

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Biggles Learns to Fly by W E Johns is described as satisfying and inspiring reading, offering an engaging story that captivates both young readers and nostalgic adults alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849419703

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Fox

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Captain W. E. Johns was born in Hertfordshire in 1893. He flew with the Royal Flying Corps in the First World War and made a daring escape from a German prison camp in 1918. Between the wars he edited Flying and Popular Flying and became a writer for the Ministry of Defence. The First Biggles story, Biggles the Camels are Coming was published in 1932, and W. E. Johns went on to write a staggering 102 Biggles titles before his death in 1968.

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