Description
Experience the thrilling history of ballooning in Australia with 'Lighter Than Air'. This captivating 240-page book delves into the lives of pioneering aeronauts who soared above the breathtaking Australian landscape, blending adventure, mystery, and the sheer joy of flight. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the evolution of ballooning, this book details the daring feats of 19th-century balloonists who transformed their aerial challenges into thrilling performances, captivating audiences across towns and cities. From acrobatics on trapezes to perilous parachute drops, you'll discover how these daring individuals faced treacherous conditions, experiencing wind-blown misadventures and even tragic accidents. With richly illustrated pages and compelling storytelling, 'Lighter Than Air' not only highlights the human spirit's resilience but also offers a unique perspective on the growth and development of modern ballooning. Immerse yourself in this exciting piece of Australian history and understand the fascinating journey of these aerial pioneers. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780646820217, Published by Affirm in 2021.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780646820217
Year: 2021
Publisher: Affirm
Pages: 240
Description:
Fledgling balloonists in nineteenth century Australia realised that their aerial endeavours added little to their pockets, or to science. Re-inventing themselves as showmen and women, they performed daring acrobatics from trapezes and parachutes, touring towns and cities all over the country.
Along the way, they faced primitive and challenging conditions; experienced petty squabbles, farcical incidents; aeronauts blown out to sea, onto rooftops. Many were crippled. Some even died.
Lighter Than Air showcases the exciting history of ballooning in Australia, and gives us an insight into these larger-than life pioneers of the skies, and the emergence and expansion of modern ballooning.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780646820217
Year: 2021
Publisher: Affirm
Pages: 240
Description:
Fledgling balloonists in nineteenth century Australia realised that their aerial endeavours added little to their pockets, or to science. Re-inventing themselves as showmen and women, they performed daring acrobatics from trapezes and parachutes, touring towns and cities all over the country.
Along the way, they faced primitive and challenging conditions; experienced petty squabbles, farcical incidents; aeronauts blown out to sea, onto rooftops. Many were crippled. Some even died.
Lighter Than Air showcases the exciting history of ballooning in Australia, and gives us an insight into these larger-than life pioneers of the skies, and the emergence and expansion of modern ballooning.