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In "The Wright Brothers," the author delves into the remarkable journey of Orville and Wilbur Wright, recounting the ambitious pursuit of human flight that transformed the modern world. This meticulously crafted narrative intertwines biographical details with technical insights, illustrating the brothers' engineering ingenuity alongside their unwavering determination. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, the book captures the spirit of innovation and exploration, as it reflects on the broader cultural context that fostered such pioneering advancements in aviation. The engaging prose serves to illuminate the complexities and challenges the Wrights faced, while also paying tribute to their legacy as visionaries who changed the course of history. The identity of the author remains anonymous, suggesting a deliberate attempt to focus the reader’s attention on the monumental achievements of the Wright brothers rather than on the narrator's personal narrative. This choice may stem from a desire to offer an impartial account or to emphasize the collaborative nature of invention, where many contributions go unrecognized. By favoring a dispassionate perspective, the author expertly foregrounds the brothers' groundbreaking work while inviting readers to contemplate the mechanics and principles behind their pioneering aircraft. I highly recommend "The Wright Brothers" to historians, aviation enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by the spirit of invention. This compelling narrative not only illuminates the technical achievements of the Wright brothers but also provides profound insights into the trials and triumphs of those who dare to dream of the skies. It is an essential read for understanding the foundational milestones in the annals of aeronautics and the indomitable human spirit.
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The Wright Brothers - Anonym
Anonymous
The Wright Brothers
Sharp Ink Publishing
2024
Contact: info@sharpinkbooks.com
ISBN 978-80-282-0740-3
Table of Contents
An idea is born
Man conquers the air
The Wrights learn to fly
Recognition ... at home and abroad
Welcome home!
An idea is born
Table of Contents
The shop of the Wright Cycle Company on West Third Street in Dayton ... birthplace of the aeroplane.
The Wright brothers sprang from pioneers who settled Dayton when the Ohio country was young. Their father, the Reverend Milton Wright, became a bishop of the United Brethren Church. His vocation necessitated frequent changes of residence. Thus it came about that Wilbur was born April 16, 1867, on a farm eight miles from Newcastle, Indiana, while Orville was born in a house at 7 Hawthorn Street in Dayton. This house was the Wright home for more than forty years.
From earliest childhood, the boys were mechanically minded. They had both the inclination and the aptitude for creative work. The pioneering urge and the gift of original thinking were theirs.
An issue of the West Side News,
an early Wright venture.
One day the Bishop came home from a short trip, bringing the children a present. He held something in his hands and then tossed it toward them. It was a toy helicopter. Instead of flopping to the floor, it ascended to the ceiling where it fluttered before it fell. That helicopter set up a milepost in the lives of the Wright boys. The idea of
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