Publisher's Synopsis
The Story Of The Airship by Hugh Allen is a comprehensive book that covers the history and development of airships. The book begins with the early experiments in lighter-than-air flight and the invention of the first airship by Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin. It then explores the various types of airships that were developed over the years, including rigid airships, semi-rigid airships, and non-rigid airships.The author provides detailed accounts of the major airship disasters, including the Hindenburg disaster, and the impact they had on the development of airships. He also discusses the use of airships in warfare, including their use as bombers during World War I and their role in reconnaissance during World War II.In addition to the technical aspects of airship design and operation, the book also delves into the social and cultural impact of airships. The author discusses the fascination with airships in popular culture, including their appearance in literature, film, and advertising.The Story Of The Airship is a fascinating look at the history of airships and their impact on the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history or the development of technology.A History Of Zeppelins From Their Initial Design Through The Early Modern Era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
