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OverviewPeople have probably always dreamed of a time when they could fly like birds. This book looks at how that dream became something near reality. The first big breakthrough was in the 18th century when the Montgolfier brothers flew a hot-air balloon for the first time. Fixed-wing aircraft and planes driven by internal combustion engines followed. In the past half century the pace of invention has been amazing. Jet-powered aircraft can travel at supersonic speeds, and a combination of powerful rockets and a better knowledge of Earth's gravity has enabled people to go to the Moon and, potentially, far beyond. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Brown Bear BooksPublisher: Facts at Your Fingertips Imprint: Facts at Your Fingertips Dimensions: Width: 20.60cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 25.70cm Weight: 0.295kg ISBN: 9781936333400ISBN 10: 1936333406 Pages: 64 Publication Date: 15 August 2012 Recommended Age: From 13 to 14 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |