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The Wright Brothers

David McCullough

Discover the gripping tale of two bicycle mechanics who forever changed the world by teaching it how to fly. Fueled by exceptional courage, determination, and curiosity, the Wright brothers risked their lives to take to the air and overcome every obstacle that stood in their way. Master historian David McCullough offers an enjoyable and fast-paced read that captures the marvel of what the Wrights accomplished, drawing on extensive family papers to paint a portrait of the brothers and their indispensable sister, Katharine. This is essential reading, a timeless story of heroic proportions that soars with uncommon empathy and fluency.
Publish Date
2015-05-05T00:00:00.000Z
2015-05-05T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.16
ISBN
9781476728759
Recommendations
5
Recommendations
A worthwhile read for all builders.      source
2020-12-06T21:39:39.000Z
If anybody can find a book I enjoy more than Wright Brothers by McCullough I’ll buy you 10 books in return      source
2019-02-18T00:00:00.000Z
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A fabulous book.      source