Balloons, Airships, and Flying Machines by Gertrude Bacon
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| Author | Bacon, Gertrude, 1874-1949 |
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| Title | Balloons, Airships, and Flying Machines |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Balloons, Airships, and Flying Machines" by Gertrude Bacon is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the fascinating history of human flight, from the earliest balloon experiments by pioneers like the Montgolfier brothers in the late 18th century to advancements in airships and flying machines. The book offers insight into significant milestones in aeronautics and the evolution of ballooning as both a scientific tool and a mode of transport. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by recounting the significant night in November 1782 when Joseph and Stephen Montgolfier ignited the passion for ballooning. Their initial experiments with a simple paper bag filled with heated air led to the creation of the first hot-air balloon, which rose to the astonishment of onlookers. Bacon details the evolution of ballooning, emphasizing early theories and attempts at human flight, illustrating the successes and failures that shaped this remarkable journey toward conquering the skies. Through this historical lens, readers are drawn into the adventurous spirit of early aeronautics, capturing the imagination and challenges of those who dared to dream of flying. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics |
| Subject | Balloons |
| Subject | Aeronautics |
| Subject | Airships |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54799 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 107 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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