A History of Aeronautics by Evelyn Charles Vivian and W. Lockwood Marsh

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Author Vivian, Evelyn Charles, 1882-1947
Author Marsh, W. Lockwood (William Lockwood), 1886-1963
Title A History of Aeronautics
Credits Produced by Dianne Bean, and David Widger
Summary "A History of Aeronautics" by E. Charles Vivian and W. Lockwood Marsh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book surveys the evolution of flight from ancient myths and legends to the advances made in aeronautics, particularly focusing on heavier-than-air flight and ballooning. It explores the contributions of significant figures in the field, such as Sir George Cayley and the Wright Brothers, and examines how their work led to the modern understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics. The opening of the work sets the stage for a comprehensive historical exploration, beginning with a discussion on the legends and myths related to human flight, which date back to ancient civilizations. It details the desire of humanity to conquer the skies and reflects on how early attempts to achieve flight were often met with skepticism and superstition. The text moves forward to highlight notable figures who contributed to early aeronautics, such as Leonardo da Vinci and Sir George Cayley, demonstrating their foundational theories and experiments. Vivian emphasizes that despite the challenges faced, the pursuit of flight was marked by a spirit of innovation and relentless experimentation that would inspire future advancements in aviation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Aeronautics -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 874
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 21, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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