Science Comics: Flying Machines How the Wright Brothers Soared
Science Comics: Flying Machines How the Wright Brothers Soared by Benjamin A. Wilgus, published by First Second on May 23, 2017, is an illustrated exploration of the pioneering aviators, Orville and Wilbur Wright. This 128-page book presents the journey of the Wright Brothers from their bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio, to their groundbreaking flights in North Carolina. It delves into the challenges they faced, including mechanical failures and competition, during a time when heavier-than-air flight was still a nascent concept.
Readers will find a blend of biography and humor as the book captures the Wright Brothers’ innovative spirit and determination. The narrative highlights their meticulous experiments and the significance of their achievements in the context of aviation history. With elements of science and technology woven throughout, this edition serves as an engaging resource for those interested in aeronautics and the evolution of flight.
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A National Science Teachers Association Best STEM Books of 2017
Take to the skies with Flying Machines!
Follow the famous aviators from their bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio, to the fields of North Carolina where they were to make their famous flights. In an era of dirigibles and hot air balloons, the Wright Brothers were among the first innovators of heavier than air flight. But in the hotly competitive international race toward flight, Orville and Wilbur were up against a lot more than bad weather. Mechanical failures, lack of information, and even other aviators complicated the Wright Brothers’ journey. Though they weren’t as wealthy as their European counterparts, their impressive achievements demanded attention on the international stage. Thanks to their carefully recorded experiments and a healthy dash of bravery, the Wright Brothers’ flying machines took off.
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