Australian Aviators: An Illustrated History
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: large chunk missing from bottom of jacket, one long tear on front of jacket. Pages clear and crisp
A richly detailed work of aviation history, Australian Aviators: An Illustrated History chronicles the remarkable stories of the men and women who shaped Australia's aerial heritage, from the daring pioneers of early flight to the celebrated figures of the jet age. Brian Carroll presents a sweeping narrative that captures the courage, ingenuity, and determination that defined Australian aviation across the twentieth century, highlighting landmark achievements such as the first flights across the Pacific and the development of domestic air travel. Written with an accessible and admiring tone, the text brings to life the personalities behind the cockpits, illustrating how individual ambition intersected with national pride to forge a uniquely Australian identity in the skies. Carroll draws on extensive research to detail both celebrated triumphs and lesser-known contributions, ensuring that the full breadth of the country's aviation legacy receives its due recognition. A compelling read for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, it stands as an authoritative tribute to the aviators who helped connect a vast continent and the wider world.
Author: Brian Carroll
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, Cassell Australia
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: large chunk missing from bottom of jacket, one long tear on front of jacket. Pages clear and crisp
A richly detailed work of aviation history, Australian Aviators: An Illustrated History chronicles the remarkable stories of the men and women who shaped Australia's aerial heritage, from the daring pioneers of early flight to the celebrated figures of the jet age. Brian Carroll presents a sweeping narrative that captures the courage, ingenuity, and determination that defined Australian aviation across the twentieth century, highlighting landmark achievements such as the first flights across the Pacific and the development of domestic air travel. Written with an accessible and admiring tone, the text brings to life the personalities behind the cockpits, illustrating how individual ambition intersected with national pride to forge a uniquely Australian identity in the skies. Carroll draws on extensive research to detail both celebrated triumphs and lesser-known contributions, ensuring that the full breadth of the country's aviation legacy receives its due recognition. A compelling read for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, it stands as an authoritative tribute to the aviators who helped connect a vast continent and the wider world.