Wonderful Balloon Ascents; Or, The Conquest of the Skies (eBook)

Enriched edition. A History of Balloons and Balloon Voyages

Fulgence Marion (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
509 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406624549-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Wonderful Balloon Ascents; Or, The Conquest of the Skies," Fulgence Marion masterfully captures the exhilarating spirit of early aeronautical exploration through a blend of lively narrative and scientific detail. The book, written in the mid 19th century, not only chronicles the thrilling adventures of ballooning but also situates them within the burgeoning framework of scientific inquiry and innovation of the era. Marion employs a vivid literary style, interspersing personal anecdotes and technical knowledge that reflects the romanticism and curiosity of the time, inviting readers to experience the enchanting allure of flight. Fulgence Marion, a visionary of his time, was influenced by the rapid developments in aeronautics and the burgeoning fascination with the skies. His passion for ballooning and a deep-seated curiosity about the natural world drove him to document both the successes and challenges faced by pioneers in aviation. Marion's background in science and literature allows him to provide a unique perspective that showcases both the technicalities and the wonder of human flight, underscoring the intellectual excitement of his era. I highly recommend "Wonderful Balloon Ascents" to readers interested in the history of aviation, science, and literature. Marion's work is not only an engaging read but also an invaluable resource that contextualizes the intersection of imagination and innovation in the age of exploration. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring quest to conquer the skies.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 5.12.2019
• Einführung: Lucas Covington
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Lucas Covington
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • adventure literature for adults • adventures in the clouds • aerial expedition narratives • aeronautic journeys • Aeronautics • air balloon adventures • astronautics • aviation history enthusiasts • aviation literature • aviation pioneers • Balloon ascensions • ballooning adventure tales • balloons • early aviation history • exploration and discovery • exploration of the skies • fascination with flight • flight pioneers • historical aviation accounts • historical flight accounts • Motor vehicles • pioneers of flight • sky exploration literature • thrilling balloon journeys