Wings of madness

ALBERTO SANTOS-DUMONT AND THE INVENTION OF FLIGHT

Pages: 369
Published: 2003
Language: English

Synopsis

This biography tells the story of Alberto Santos-Dumont, a young Brazilian who moved to Paris and became a pioneer in aviation. He tirelessly experimented with flight, eventually earning the admiration of Europeans who hailed him as the man who conquered the air. The book details his journey and contributions to early aeronautics.