Edition: First Edition
Published By: Philip Allan
Publication Date: 1935
A classic aviation book published in 1935 as part of The Sportsmans Library Series, this is volume x in the series. It is a definitive instructional guide for early motorless flight, it covers avian soaring flight mechanics, glider piloting, launching techniques, and basic meteorology. This copy is complete with its dust jacket. The dust jacket shows wear and exhibits multiple tape repairs including the underside. The original red cloth binding is in good condition with just a little fading to the spine. There is a previous owner's neat inscription dated, 1941 to the front free endpaper. The rest of the page are very clean. Illustrated with several photographs and diagrams. pp. 255. A scarce original copy and a must for any aviation enthusiast.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: C.H. Latimer-Needham
Ref: 123740
Price £120.00
