Air Mail: An Illustrated History 1793-1981
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
From the earliest balloon post of 1793 to the jet-age networks of 1981, Air Mail: An Illustrated History 1793–1981 chronicles nearly two centuries of one of humanity's most ambitious endeavours — the conquest of distance through the skies. Donald B. Holmes presents a richly detailed panorama of airmail's evolution, tracing its origins through pioneering balloon carriers, daring early aviators, and the legendary airmail routes that stitched together continents, nations, and communities in ways previously unimaginable. Rare photographs, vivid philatelic imagery, and meticulously researched historical accounts bring to life the biplanes, the pilots, and the postal authorities who together transformed an audacious idea into a global institution. Beyond its role as a transport history, this volume stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless drive to shrink the world. Holmes writes with the authority of a dedicated researcher and the passion of a true enthusiast, illuminating the cultural, political, and technological forces that shaped each era of airmail development. Collectors, aviation buffs, and history lovers alike will find themselves drawn deep into a story of courage, innovation, and national ambition — and left wondering just how many extraordinary stories still lie waiting inside a forgotten envelope.
Author: Donald B. Holmes
Format: Hardback
Published: 1981, Clarkson N. Potter
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
From the earliest balloon post of 1793 to the jet-age networks of 1981, Air Mail: An Illustrated History 1793–1981 chronicles nearly two centuries of one of humanity's most ambitious endeavours — the conquest of distance through the skies. Donald B. Holmes presents a richly detailed panorama of airmail's evolution, tracing its origins through pioneering balloon carriers, daring early aviators, and the legendary airmail routes that stitched together continents, nations, and communities in ways previously unimaginable. Rare photographs, vivid philatelic imagery, and meticulously researched historical accounts bring to life the biplanes, the pilots, and the postal authorities who together transformed an audacious idea into a global institution. Beyond its role as a transport history, this volume stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless drive to shrink the world. Holmes writes with the authority of a dedicated researcher and the passion of a true enthusiast, illuminating the cultural, political, and technological forces that shaped each era of airmail development. Collectors, aviation buffs, and history lovers alike will find themselves drawn deep into a story of courage, innovation, and national ambition — and left wondering just how many extraordinary stories still lie waiting inside a forgotten envelope.