The Story of Flight

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Synopsis
A beautifully illustrated history of the iconic flying machines that have helped us soar through the skies. Perfect for child and adult aviation fans alike!The story of flight is a fascinating one: from the earliest balloons and airships to the latest stealth jet, each breakthrough laid the foundation for the next. Trace the extraordinary history of flight in this strikingly illustrated guide, from the Wright Flyer to cutting-edge drones. Along the way, discover how the social upheavals of the past 240 years influenced the flight path: two world wars, equality for women and the fight against climate change. Finally, explore the incredible inventions that await us in the future.Also available in this series on transport is The Story of the Car.
Copyright:
2018

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9781526360793
Related ISBNs:
9781526360229
Publisher:
Hachette Children's Group
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Hodder and Stoughton Limited
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Nonfiction, Science, Travel, Technology
Reading Age:
9–11
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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