A Balloon Ascension at Midnight by George Eli Hall

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Author Hall, George Eli, 1863-1911
Illustrator Ross, Gordon, 1873-1946
Title A Balloon Ascension at Midnight
Note Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "A Balloon Ascension at Midnight" by George Eli Hall is a captivating narrative written in the early 20th century that combines elements of adventure and exploration. This work provides a glimpse into the burgeoning field of ballooning, a popular pastime for thrill-seekers of the time. The story centers on an aerial journey over Paris, highlighting the excitement and awe of flight against the backdrop of the city at night. The plot follows the narrator as he embarks on a midnight balloon ascent with a French aeronaut named Etienne Giraud. As they rise above the sleeping city, they experience a variety of sensations, from the breathtaking beauty of the illuminated Parisian landscape to the thrill of navigating the open sky amidst changing atmospheric conditions. Their adventure is marked by moments of tranquility and peril, culminating in a dramatic descent that ends with a crash landing. Through rich descriptions and vivid imagery, Hall conveys both the exhilaration and the unpredictability of early aerial exploration, leaving readers with a sense of wonder about the skies above. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Balloon ascensions -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 48851
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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