Aviation by Matt Ralphs - ISBN: 9781800784918
Hardcover
Soar through aviation history: a visual journey of flight’s greatest triumphs.

Aviation

A Visual History of Aircraft

$32.75

  • Hardcover

    64 pages

  • Release Date

    23 April 2024

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Summary

A stunningly illustrated tribute to all things aeroplane, Aviation celebrates the ingenuity of aeroplanes, biplanes, monoplanes and helicopters past, present and future.

From the first hot air balloon flight by the Montgolfier brothers, through to the the legendary Wright Flyer and the revolutionary Concorde, this beautifully illustrated book by the award-winning artist Dieter Braun is the perfect gift for lovers of all things plane.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781800784918
ISBN-10:1800784910
Author:Matt Ralphs, Dieter Braun
Publisher:Templar Publishing
Imprint:Big Picture Press
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:64
Release Date:23 April 2024
Weight:705g
Dimensions:240mm x 305mm x 11mm
Series:Locomotion
What They're Saying

Critics Review

A visual flight of wonder, this fascinating book showcases an array of iconic and awe-inspiring aeroplanes throughout history, and offers the trip of a lifetime for aircraft enthusiasts the world over! – Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *
Wince-inducing. No doubt the book will be highly popular with aeroplane enthusiasts. * The School Librarian *
This sumptuously illustrated hardback takes the reader through the turbulent timeline of aviation – Lucy Bannerman * The Times *
Fans of flying machines will love this illustrated guide, which is packed with fabulous artwork. * The Week Junior *
This handsome hardback book features concise, factual writing and packs a wealth of information into around 60 pages. Stunningly illustrated. * Association for Science Education *

About The Author

Matt Ralphs

Matt Ralphs (Author)

Matt Ralphs worked as an editor for many years, and now writes children’s non-fiction and middle grade fiction, often with a focus on history, myths and folklore. His dark adventure novels Fire Girl and Fire Witch were published by Macmillan Children’s Books. He currently has non-fiction projects in development with Nosy Crow and Bonnier. He lives on the Grand Union Canal on a boat called Nostromo.

Dieter Braun (Illustrator)

Dieter Braun is a much-loved illustrator and children’s book author from Hamburg, Germany. He is recognised for the distinctive geometric worlds he creates, with a touch of retro aesthetic.

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