Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History
| AUTHOR | DK; Whiteman, Philip |
| PUBLISHER | DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) (05/20/2013) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
From the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets, the history and roles of aircraft are explored in this beautifully illustrated guide. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will welcome learning more about key brands and big players from yesterday and today -- whether it's the marvels of hot air balloons or the fantastic engines of Boeing, Lockheed, and more. Planes are divided equally between military and commercial aircraft, and iconic aircraft of each era, such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde, are showcased in beautifully photographed spreads with virtual tours that reveal the anatomy of these legendary planes. Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
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ISBN-13:
9781465402127
ISBN-10:
1465402128
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
320
Carton Quantity:
5
Product Dimensions:
10.20 x 1.30 x 12.00 inches
Weight:
4.35 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Index,
Price on Product - Canadian,
Dust Cover,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents,
Ikids,
Glossary,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
CN
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Transportation | Aviation - History
Transportation | Pictorials (see also Photography - Subjects & Themes - Regio
Transportation | Military - Aviation & Space
Dewey Decimal:
629.133
Library of Congress Control Number:
2012277485
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From the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets, the history and roles of aircraft are explored in this beautifully illustrated guide. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will welcome learning more about key brands and big players from yesterday and today.
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From the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets, the history and roles of aircraft are explored in this beautifully illustrated guide. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will welcome learning more about key brands and big players from yesterday and today -- whether it's the marvels of hot air balloons or the fantastic engines of Boeing, Lockheed, and more. Planes are divided equally between military and commercial aircraft, and iconic aircraft of each era, such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde, are showcased in beautifully photographed spreads with virtual tours that reveal the anatomy of these legendary planes. Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
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