This book is a historical survey of human attempts at aerial navigation, from ancient kite designs to modern aerostats. The author traces the development of balloons and airships, discussing the scientific principles behind flight and the challenges faced by early aeronauts. The book demonstrates the breadth of human ingenuity in overcoming the limitations of our physical world. The author's examination of the social and cultural significance of aeronautics is insightful, exploring the ways in which this technology has shaped our understanding of the world and our place within it. The book concludes by considering the future of aerial navigation and the potential for further advances in this field.
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a historical survey of human attempts at aerial navigation, from ancient kite designs to modern aerostats. The author traces the development of balloons and airships, discussing the scientific principles behind flight and the challenges faced by early aeronauts. The book demonstrates the breadth of human ingenuity in overcoming the limitations of our physical world. The author's examination of the social and cultural significance of aeronautics is insightful, exploring the ways in which this technology has shaped our understanding of the world and our place within it. The book concludes by considering the future of aerial navigation and the potential for further advances in this 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. Codice articolo 9780331177275_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780331177275
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780331177275
Quantità: 15 disponibili