Landmark Books: The Wright Brothers

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Young Orville Wright and his brother, Wilbur, had big dreams, and determination. They never gave up on a problem until it was solved. Together they designed a sled that went... Read more

Young Orville Wright and his brother, Wilbur, had big dreams, and determination. They never gave up on a problem until it was solved. Together they designed a sled that went faster, a kite that flew higher, and even a newspaper-folding machine! But their biggest dream was to find a way for man to fly. Even when others scoffed at the idea of a flying machine, the Wright brothers refused to give up, until they made history at Kitty Hawk with the world's first successful airplane flight. Recommended for ages 9 and up.

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Young Orville Wright and his brother, Wilbur, had big dreams, and determination. They never gave up on a problem until it was solved. Together they designed a sled that went faster, a kite that flew higher, and even a newspaper-folding machine! But their biggest dream was to find a way for man to fly. Even when others scoffed at the idea of a flying machine, the Wright brothers refused to give up, until they made history at Kitty Hawk with the world's first successful airplane flight. Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Information

Brand: Random House Inc

Publisher Date: 02/12/1981

Author: Quentin Reynolds

Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 5

UPC: 9780394847009

Ages: 9-12

Pages: 150