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Flying High
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionHistoryTransportation
ISBN13: 9781025410739
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Flying High is an exhilarating exploration of the thrills and challenges of early 20th-century aviation. Curated by Franklin K. Mathiews, this work captures the spirit of adventure that defined the Golden Age of Flight, offering readers a front-row seat to the daring exploits of pilots and the rapid evolution of aircraft technology.
Set against the backdrop of an era when the sky was the final frontier, the narrative emphasizes the qualities of bravery, resourcefulness, and technical skill. The stories within Flying High transport readers to the open cockpits of vintage biplanes, detailing the mechanical intricacies of flight and the breathtaking beauty of the world from above. As a tribute to the pioneers who pushed the boundaries of what was possible, the work serves as both a historical window into the public's fascination with the clouds and a timeless adventure for those captivated by the art of flying.
Perfect for enthusiasts of classic aviation and historical adventure, Flying High remains a compelling testament to the human drive for discovery and the enduring wonder of taking to the skies. It stands as a significant literary contribution to the juvenile adventure genre, reflecting the values and excitement of a transformative period in modern history.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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