9781331975472 - My Life and Balloon Experiences (Classic Reprint) de Coxwell, Henry (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the gripping adventures, amusing scenes, and profound experiences of Henry Coxwell, a prominent 19th-century aeronaut. Coxwellâs gripping narrative chronicles his pioneering balloon ascents, detailing his ingenious use of signals for military purposes and his quest to develop practical meteorological applications for ballooning. The author's account offers a unique blend of scientific exploration and historical anecdotes, providing insights into the early days of aeronautics and the challenges and triumphs of one of its most daring practitioners. Coxwell's work stands as a valuable contribution to the history of aviation, highlighting the determination and ingenuity that shaped this transformative field. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.