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Flying's Strangest Moments: Extraordinary But True Stories from Over 1100 Years of Aviation History

Flying's Strangest Moments: Extraordinary But True Stories from Over 1100 Years of Aviation History

by JohnHarding (Author)

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    Paperback 2006

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Synopsis

The history of flying is packed with incredible feats of bravery and endurance, human ingenuity and recklesness, mystery, romance and tragedy. From the first hot air balloons of the 18th century to the supersonic jet flights of today, magnificent men (and women) have taken their incredible flying machines ever higher, further and faster.

This collection of wonderfully engaging tales of madness, bravery, inventiveness, disaster and triumph will take every aviation enthusiast on a whirlwind ride.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 256
 Edition: New e.
 Publisher: Robson Books Ltd
Published: 25 May 2006
ISBN 10: 1861059345
ISBN 13: 9781861059345
Book Overview: Presents a collection of tales of madness, bravery, inventiveness, disaster and triumph. The history of flying is packed with feats of bravery and endurance, human ingenuity and recklessness, mystery, romance and tragedy.

Author Bio
John Harding is the author of many books, including several sporting histories. He has also worked on various TV and radio programmes and continues to contribute articles to a variety of publications as well as regular on-line pieces for the Professional Footballer's Association web-site, GiveMeFootball. He also teaches Creative Writing for Birkbeck College. He lives in London.