Airliners From 1919 To The Present Day
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
From the fragile biplanes of the post-WWI era to the supersonic Concorde and the wide-bodied jets of the modern age, Airliners From 1919 to the Present Day presents a sweeping and authoritative chronicle of commercial aviation's most transformative century. Kenneth Munson, one of aviation history's most meticulous and celebrated reference authors, details every significant passenger aircraft type to have graced the skies, accompanied by over 300 vivid colour illustrations that bring each machine to life with remarkable precision. This landmark volume argues that the story of the airliner is inseparable from the story of the modern world — a narrative of engineering ambition, geopolitical rivalry, and the relentless human drive to conquer distance. Munson's encyclopaedic yet accessible style makes this an indispensable reference for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and modellers alike, presenting technical specifications alongside compelling historical context. Whether you are tracing the lineage of the Douglas DC-3 or marvelling at the evolution of jet-age travel, this definitive compendium will leave you with a profound appreciation for just how far — and how fast — humanity has truly soared.
Author: Kenneth Munson
Format: Hardback
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
From the fragile biplanes of the post-WWI era to the supersonic Concorde and the wide-bodied jets of the modern age, Airliners From 1919 to the Present Day presents a sweeping and authoritative chronicle of commercial aviation's most transformative century. Kenneth Munson, one of aviation history's most meticulous and celebrated reference authors, details every significant passenger aircraft type to have graced the skies, accompanied by over 300 vivid colour illustrations that bring each machine to life with remarkable precision. This landmark volume argues that the story of the airliner is inseparable from the story of the modern world — a narrative of engineering ambition, geopolitical rivalry, and the relentless human drive to conquer distance. Munson's encyclopaedic yet accessible style makes this an indispensable reference for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and modellers alike, presenting technical specifications alongside compelling historical context. Whether you are tracing the lineage of the Douglas DC-3 or marvelling at the evolution of jet-age travel, this definitive compendium will leave you with a profound appreciation for just how far — and how fast — humanity has truly soared.