On a blustery North Carolina afternoon in 1902, young Jimmie and Clara Blair meet Orville and Wilbur Wright and assist the inventors in realizing their dream of human flight. Checked for historical accuracy by a noted expert, this high-flying story will immerse young readers into a fascinating era of aviation and American history. 35 dramatic drawings.
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Author Felix Sutton was a newspaper reporter and sports writer who wrote several adventure stories of the Old West and American history. In the early 1930s he barnstormed the South with air show troupes.Illustrator Laszlo Matulay emigrated to the United States from Hungary in 1935 to begin his long career as an illustrator for Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, Mademoiselle, and many books.Historical consultant Grover Loening met Wilbur Wright in 1909 when he was a student of aeronautics at Columbia University. Three years later he became the Wright Company's first Chief Engineer.
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Librería: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. On a blustery afternoon in 1902, Jimmy and Clara Blair observe a strange kite in the North Carolina sky over Kitty Hawk Peninsula. They soon meet the kite's flyers, a pair of bicycle mechanics from Ohio named Orville and Wilbur Wright, and assist the inventors in realizing their dream of human flight. The We Were There series brings history to life for young readers with engaging, action-packed entertainment. These illustrated tales combine fictional and real-life characters in settings of landmark events from the past. All of the books are reviewed for accuracy and approved by expert historical consultants. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00110678716
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Librería: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Nº de ref. del artículo: 0486492583-8-1
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Librería: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Nº de ref. del artículo: S_471989406
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Librería: Goodwill, Brooklyn Park, MN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media. Nº de ref. del artículo: MINV.0486492583.G
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Librería: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. On a blustery afternoon in 1902, Jimmy and Clara Blair observe a strange kite in the North Carolina sky over Kitty Hawk Peninsula. They soon meet the kite's flyers, a pair of bicycle mechanics from Ohio named Orville and Wilbur Wright, and assist the inventors in realizing their dream of human flight. The We Were There series brings history to life for young readers with engaging, action-packed entertainment. These illustrated tales combine fictional and real-life characters in settings of landmark events from the past. All of the books are reviewed for accuracy and approved by expert historical consultants. Nº de ref. del artículo: CIN0486492583G
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Librería: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Fair. No Jacket. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Nº de ref. del artículo: G0486492583I5N00
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Librería: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Nº de ref. del artículo: G0486492583I4N00
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Librería: R Bookmark, Youngtown, AZ, Estados Unidos de America
Trade Paperback. Condición: Used - Good. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. Nº de ref. del artículo: 335634
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Librería: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: New. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. Brand New. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780486492582
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Librería: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Brand New. Matulay, Laszlo Ilustrador. reprint edition. 179 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.50 inches. In Stock. Nº de ref. del artículo: 0486492583
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