Up in the Clouds: Balloon Voyages by R. M. Ballantyne
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| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
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| Title | Up in the Clouds: Balloon Voyages |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "Up in the Clouds: Balloon Voyages" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores humanity's longstanding ambition to achieve flight, detailing early attempts to soar into the skies, including various mechanical inventions and the evolution of ballooning. By delving into the fanciful dreams and harsh realities of aeronautics, it presents a rich narrative filled with both failure and triumph in humanity’s quest to conquer the air. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by discussing man's natural desire to fly, which has inspired individuals throughout history to attempt this ambitious endeavor. Ballantyne shares a series of anecdotes about early aviators, such as the Italian who tried to fly using wings, and details the impractical theories that led to spectacular failures. As he transitions into the history of ballooning, he recounts the experimental voyages leading to the first successful balloon flights, emphasizing the blend of imagination, scientific inquiry, and the often hilarious misunderstandings that characterized these pioneering efforts in aerial navigation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics |
| Subject | Balloons |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21708 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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