Barnes Wallis: A Biography
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: J.E. Morpurgo
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ian Allen, London, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Barnes Wallis: A Biography by J.E. Morpurgo chronicles the extraordinary life and groundbreaking achievements of one of Britain's most innovative engineers. This compelling biographical work presents a detailed account of Wallis's pivotal contributions to aviation and wartime technology, including his revolutionary designs for airships, geodetic aircraft structures, and the iconic bouncing bomb. Morpurgo masterfully illustrates the challenges and triumphs faced by Wallis, revealing the relentless dedication behind his visionary projects. The narrative captures the spirit of ingenuity and perseverance that defined an era of significant scientific advancement. It offers an insightful look into the mind of a man whose inventions profoundly impacted the course of history.
Author: J.E. Morpurgo
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ian Allen, London, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Barnes Wallis: A Biography by J.E. Morpurgo chronicles the extraordinary life and groundbreaking achievements of one of Britain's most innovative engineers. This compelling biographical work presents a detailed account of Wallis's pivotal contributions to aviation and wartime technology, including his revolutionary designs for airships, geodetic aircraft structures, and the iconic bouncing bomb. Morpurgo masterfully illustrates the challenges and triumphs faced by Wallis, revealing the relentless dedication behind his visionary projects. The narrative captures the spirit of ingenuity and perseverance that defined an era of significant scientific advancement. It offers an insightful look into the mind of a man whose inventions profoundly impacted the course of history.