Edition: Third Edition
Published By: A. Taffin-Lefort
St Mary's Books is proud to present this 1934 third edition of "Le Sport de l'Air: Porquoi et Comment j'ai construit le Pou-du-Ciel. Le vol a voile cinetique des oiseaux. Constructions, experiences, observations personnelles, croquis directs de l'auteur" by Henri Mignet. This paperback book has a blue cover featuring a stunning red and yellow graphic illustration of an aeroplane soaring through the clouds. Inside, one finds 444 pages of text supplemented by stunning diagrams, black and white photographs, and even a full-colour photograph of the author on the prelims. In this book, the reader is treated to Mignet's fascinating French language account of why and how he built the Pou-du-Ciel, as well as other comments on the sport of aviation. This copy is in good condition, other than some slight splitting at the hinges and an inscription on the front free endpaper, the interior and the boards remain clean, bright, and readable. "Le Sport de l'Air" is looking fo a new home and would make for the perfect gift for any early aviation enthusiast.
Book Condition: Good to Very Good
Author: Henri Mignet
Binding: Paperback
Ref: 122899
Price £85.00
