Aircraft : its development in war and peace and its commercial future by David

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Author David, Evan John, 1877-1961
LoC No. 19015656
Title Aircraft : its development in war and peace and its commercial future
Original Publication New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1919.
Note Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Aircraft: Its Development in War and Peace and Its Commercial Future" by Evan John David is a historical account and overview written in the early 20th century, specifically in post-World War I. The book explores the evolution of aviation technology, detailing the advancements made in aircraft design and functionality, as well as their diverse applications in both military and commercial contexts. The opening of the work sets the stage by emphasizing mankind’s age-old desire to fly, tracing back to ancient myths and early experiments. It highlights the significant milestones in aeronautics, beginning with ballooning and moving through to the development of dirigibles and early heavier-than-air machines, including airships and the pioneering flights of figures like the Wright brothers. The narrative provides a foundation for understanding how these early innovations laid the groundwork for the future of aviation, with a focus on the challenges faced by early aviators and inventors in achieving controlled flight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Airplanes
Subject Aeronautics
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EBook-No. 74358
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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