Eric Hodgins

A History of Aircraft by F. Alexander Magoun is a comprehensive account of the development of aircraft from their earliest beginnings to the modern age. The book covers the evolution of aviation technology, including the development of balloons, gliders, and powered flight. It examines the contributions of key inventors and pioneers, such as the Wright brothers, and explores the impact of aviation on society and warfare. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in aviation history. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various types of aircraft that were developed during each era, along with their technical specifications and performance capabilities. He also discusses the social and cultural context in which these aircraft were developed, including the role of aviation in World War I and World War II. Throughout the book, Magoun emphasizes the importance of innovation and experimentation in the development of aircraft. He highlights the key technological breakthroughs that allowed aviation to progress from simple gliders to supersonic jets and space shuttles. He also explores the challenges and setbacks that faced early aviators, such as crashes and technical failures. Overall, A History of Aircraft is a comprehensive and engaging account of the evolution of aviation technology. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of flight, from aviation enthusiasts to students of engineering and technology. 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.

The classic tale of leaving the city and building a house in the country, only to find country life isn't so simple. But it is hilarious. Mr. Blandings, a successful New York advertising executive, and his wife want to escape the confines of their tiny midtown apartment. They design the perfect home in the idyllic country, but soon they are beset by construction troubles, temperamental workmen, skyrocketing bills, threatening lawyers, and difficult neighbors. Mr. Blandings' dream house soon threatens to be the nightmare that undoes him. This internationally bestselling book by Eric Hodgins is illustrated by William Steig and was made into a film starring Cary Grant and Myrna Loy -- and a later film starring Tom Hanks called The Money Pit.