Dramas in de wolken: Luchtreizen en luchtreizigers by Anonymous
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"Dramas in de wolken: Luchtreizen en luchtreizigers" by Anonymous is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The work examines the excitement and fervor surrounding the invention of hot air balloons, detailing the societal and scientific impacts of early aeronautics in the context of its historical significance and the public's reactions to these innovations. The opening of the text discusses the enthusiasm that the first air travel elicited, particularly
in France during the late 18th century. It describes how the transformative nature of ballooning captivated imaginations, likening it to the discovery of America in its ability to stir public sentiment and pride. This fervor is juxtaposed against the reality that, despite the initial expectations, ballooning technology had made limited advancements in precision and control, leaving air travelers at the mercy of the winds. As the narrative progresses, it introduces notable figures involved in early aeronautics, setting the stage for discussions on their inventions and experiences in this captivating yet perilous new domain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title |
Dramas in de wolken: Luchtreizen en luchtreizigers De Aarde en haar Volken, 1875 |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the PG Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics |
| Subject | Balloons |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14177 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14177-0 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 151 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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