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Book Synopsis: A Newbery Honor-winning biography of the men whose experiments brought about the Age of Flight. This engaging narrative account of Orville and Wilbur Wright, two men with little formal schooling but a knack for solving problems, follows their interest from a young age in the developing field of aeronautics. Russell Freedman’s writing brings the brothers’ personalities to life, enhancing the record of events with excerpts from the brothers’ writing and correspondence, and accounts of those who knew them. Chronicling their lives from their early mechanical work on toys and bicycles through the development of several flyers, The Wright Brothers follows the siblings through their achievements—not only the first powered, sustained, controlled airplane flight, but the numerous improvements and enhancements that followed, their revolutionary airplane business, and the long legacy of that first brief flight. Illustrated with numerous historical photographs—many taken by the Wright brothers themselves—this is a concise, extremely reader-friendly introduction to these important American inventors. Includes a note on the Wright brothers’ photographs, as well as recommendation for further reading and learning.
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Step back in time with The Wright Brothers: How They Invented the Airplane! Dive into the fascinating world of aeronautics alongside Orville and Wilbur Wright, as you uncover their remarkable journey from humble beginnings to pioneering the age of flight. Russell Freedman’s captivating storytelling will transport you to a world where innovation knows no bounds.
Experience the thrill of witnessing history in the making as you follow the Wright brothers' relentless pursuit of their dreams. From their early days tinkering with toys and bicycles to the groundbreaking moment of the first powered airplane flight, every page of this Newbery Honor-winning biography is filled with awe-inspiring tales of determination and triumph.
Immerse yourself in the rich narrative woven by Freedman, enhanced with heartfelt excerpts from Orville and Wilbur's own writings. Delve into a treasure trove of historical photographs, some captured by the Wright brothers themselves, that bring to life the incredible evolution of their flying machines. The Wright Brothers is not just a book—it's a portal to an era of boundless ingenuity and innovation.
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