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Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.

Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.

Reproduction of the original.

Reproduction of the original.

Excerpt from By Land and SkyMeanwhile, both in America and on the Continent large sums are annually forthcoming from public sources for the systematic exploration of the air and thus this country, which needs more than any other the amplest data for the benefit of its meteorological departments, is now in this particular far behind other nations.It is hoped that the practical work which is treated of in this little volume and which, whether by...

Excerpt from By Land and Sky In the following pages I have made frequent reference to the enterprise and achievements of aeronauts in this country in bygone years, dwelling more particularly on the scientific work accomplished under the partnership of Messrs. Glaisher and Coxwell. Ere I had become fairly launched in the task I had undertaken, Mr. Coxwell was suddenly called away from us at a ripe old age, and I treasure a long hearty letter ...

Large Format for easy reading. Explores with passion the history and theories of aviation, includes humorous descriptions of Bacon's own attempts at flight and important commentary on man's first hot air balloon flight.