A thousand years ago, a man strapped wings to his arms and tried to fly. Six hundred years ago, drawings were made of a vehicle that looked very similar to a modern helicopter. Follow the fascinating story of humankind's attempt to fly and of the courage of individuals who launch...ed themselves into the air on flimsy machines. The Insights series offers a range of books on popular topics that are always in demand. Each book provides an informative overview of an aspect of Australian history, culture, environment and people.
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