The Big Book of Flight
Product ID: 69639580
Everybody dreams of flying. For as long as we've been able to look up and see the birds we've wanted to join them. But our efforts to do so have not always been as elegant or accomplished. Instead, there's been danger, excitement, courage and brilliance. The Big Book of Flight is a celebration of it all, and a lot more besides, packed with derring-do stories of aviation's pioneers as well as fascinating profiles of remarkable planes, from Spitfires to Space Shuttles (and a number of other wondrous projects that never quite got off the drawing board). Along with a unique collection of fantastic flight trivia, crucial questions are also addressed: What's so scary about the Bermuda Triangle? Why does airline food taste so bad? And how do you make the perfect paper dart? With stunning photographs and illustrations throughout, The Big Book of Flight promises to surprise, entertain and fire the imaginations of anyone with their head in the clouds. Review: Excellent book for all - - Fascinating! I actually bought this for my 9 year old nephew as he is obsessed with planes. I thought whether it would be too advanced or "boring" for him but he was ecstatic and couldnt wait to start reading it. There were parts that were easier to read and things you could make but also tons of info that I found it difficult to give back to him once I'd started looking myself. I would definitely recommend this for anyone! Review: Enjoyable flights of fact and fancy! - Anyone with even a passing interest in aircraft and flying (such as myself) should enjoy this book. It is really a compendium of aviation related items - short essays, profiles of aircraft that never made it off the drawing board, full-colour portraits of the world's great aeroplanes, and quirky lists of films, fictional flyers, and even flight-inspired music - and is perfect for casual dipping and browsing. I enjoyed reading it and learned a great deal along the way. A pity that inadequate editing has left a few typos uncorrected. But for that it would have been a five-star rating.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 101 Reviews |
E**R
Excellent book for all -
Fascinating! I actually bought this for my 9 year old nephew as he is obsessed with planes. I thought whether it would be too advanced or "boring" for him but he was ecstatic and couldnt wait to start reading it. There were parts that were easier to read and things you could make but also tons of info that I found it difficult to give back to him once I'd started looking myself. I would definitely recommend this for anyone!
D**S
Enjoyable flights of fact and fancy!
Anyone with even a passing interest in aircraft and flying (such as myself) should enjoy this book. It is really a compendium of aviation related items - short essays, profiles of aircraft that never made it off the drawing board, full-colour portraits of the world's great aeroplanes, and quirky lists of films, fictional flyers, and even flight-inspired music - and is perfect for casual dipping and browsing. I enjoyed reading it and learned a great deal along the way. A pity that inadequate editing has left a few typos uncorrected. But for that it would have been a five-star rating.
L**A
Brilliant book if you’re into planes!
Young or old, this book is for every aviation enthusiast
S**N
Fantastic book!!!
Bought this for my 10 year old grandson whos plane crazy.. wow.. what a fantastic book!! Even I couldn’t put it down!!
M**D
It's not bad
The overall quality of the book was not quite what I was expecting - not the heavyweight and glossy quality of paper I thought it would be. Still pretty good value though.
C**C
Fun book
This is a great book which you can dip in and out of. However, it is hard to put down, fun and informative for all ages. Pages are well laid out and illustrated with some interesting photos/sketches. A great present!
S**B
Reference
I chose this rating as I have glanced through it and I bought it as a reference book to help me understand flight better,and it is to hand when required.
J**F
Brings back memories
A great book that reminds me of my love of aviation as a child and still continues with this book by Rowland White. Not only historical but a lot of new information is here. Highly recommended.
A**R
Five Stars
nice i like the book
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