Edition: First Edition, For Review
Published By: Offices of "Aeronautics"
St Mary's Books is proud to present this 1911 first edition "for review" copy of "The Helicopter Flying-Machine: An account of previous experiments, including an analysis of the Author's Turbine Machine, with theory and deductions" by J. Robertson Porter. Bound in burgundy cloth with gold gilt lettering to the cover and spine, this hardback book contains i-viii and 80 pages of text, peppered with diagrams, equations and more. Within the pages of this book, the reader is treated to an account of the author's various experiments in the pursuit of the creation of the helicopter. This copy is in very good condition, with few notable blemishes or imperfections, other than some minor bumping to the corners and some slight yellowing to the free endpaper, this copy has been well-preserved. The "For Review" stamp on the title page indicates that this is a very rare copy, which may have been sent to the editors, the author, or other contemporary enthusiasts for review. "The Helicopter Flying-Machine" is looking for a new home and would make for the perfect gift for any aviation enthusiast.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: J. Robertson Porter
Binding: Hardback
Ref: 123551
Price £350.00
