by McCullough, David G.,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Physical details: 320 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Wright, Orville, --1871-1948. | Wright, Wilbur, --1867-1912. | Aeronautics --United States --History --20th century. | Aeronautics --United States --Biography.
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montague Regional High School | 629.13 MCC | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 269-308) and index.
1. Beginnings -- 2. The dream takes hold -- 3. Where the winds blow -- 4. Unyielding resolve -- 5. December 17, 1903 -- 6. Out at Huffman prairie -- 7. A capital exhibit A -- 8. Triumph at Le Mans -- 9. The crash -- 10. A time like no other -- 11. Causes for celebration -- Epilogue.
"As he did so brilliantly in THE GREAT BRIDGE and THE PATH BETWEEN THE SEAS, David McCullough once again tells a dramatic story of people and technology, this time about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly, Wilbur and Orville Wright"--Provided by publisher.