Edition: First Edition
Published By: Librairie Aeronautique
This rare, aviation publication written by Raymond De Gaston, featuring a preface by Jules Armengaud Jeune and a dedicated study on propellers by aviation pioneer Victor Tatin. Published in Paris in 1910 it serves as a highly detailed, alphabetical yearbook chronicling the rapid engineering developments at the dawn of aviation. This technical compendium covers the blueprints, engine setups, and structural dimensions of legendary early aircraft, this particular book features, The Antoinette, Bleriot ( IX, XI and XII), Santos-Dumont, Henri and Maurice Farman and Wright. This book has been quarter re-bound in rich red leather with red marbled paper covered sides. The original front and rear covers of this journal have been bound in. The book is in remarkable condition with just a little fading to the spine. The original covers within are a little toned with light discolouration otherwise the pages are very clean. A wonderful book, full of technical drawings and information. A must for any aviation enthusiast. French Text.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: R.De Gaston
Ref: 123773
Price £120.00
