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Story of Flight: From the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Story of Flight: From the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

by JudithE.Rinard (Author)

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    Illustrated 2013

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Synopsis

The dream of being able to fly is as old as human history. This book, based on the outstanding collection of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C., tells the story of the remarkable people - dreamers, inventors, and pilots - who turned that dream into a reality. Richly illustrated with photographs and illustrations The Story of Flight takes young readers on an exciting journey through time. Here you will read about: - the development of ballooning - the earliest gliders - the Wright brothers' first sustained flights - Charles Lindbergh's solo trip across the Atlantic - Amelia Earhart's courageous flights - other women of flight - the explosion of the airship Hindenburg - the dogfights of World Wars I and II - the early days of air travel - Whirlybirds - Chuck Yeager's blast through the sound barrier - the Apollo astronauts' first steps on the moon - the building of the International Space Station -

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 64
 Edition: Illustrated
 Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
Published: 01 Apr 2013
ISBN 10: 1552976947
ISBN 13: 9781552976944

Media Reviews
It should appeal to the very young via its excellent illustrations, and junior high students should be attracted by its engaging narrative style.--Roger D. Meicenheimer Science Books and Films (10/15/2003)
A good jumping-off place for students studying flight, and, particularly, for those preparing to visit the museum.--Carolyn Phelan Booklist (12/15/2002)
A succinct, accurate overview, this exceptional book touches on almost every major aspect of flight.--Today's Parent (03/01/2003)
Wonderful ... a fun book for any boy or girl who dreams about someday being top gun.-- (11/01/2002)
A rich treasure of photos and memorabilia ... tight, concise, and informative.-- (06/01/2003)
Author Bio

Judith E. Rinard is a freelance writer who worked for more than 20 years as staff writer for National Geographic. She is author of The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum's Book of Flight and has written extensively -- both books and articles -- on subjects as diverse as astronauts, whales and dolphins, and ancient cities.