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The Passion That Left the Ground,Used
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There are indeed precious few people alive today who can claim to remember the glorious days of early aviation. Outside the small world of earlyaviation historians, perhaps even fewer persons have ever heard of the Frenchman Lon Levavasseur, yet he is one of the truly great pioneers in the field of aviation. He was not a pilot; rather, he was a genius who designed and built airplanesbeautiful, graceful, sublime airplanes, some of which were many years ahead of their time, and they enthralled all who saw them soar into the sky. We are fortunate that photography had been invented by the time the Wright brothers first flew at Kittyhawk and because of this, this book is filled with photographs, thanks in most part to Steve King's access to the fabulous l'Arophile collection at the U.S. Library of Congress. Mr. King has selected the very best for this book on Levavasseur's airplanes, that also includes a great deal of information about his ace pilot who flew many of themHubert Latham. Steve King's interest in aviation began in his youth as an Air Force brat. His wife is a distant cousin of Hubert Latham, one of France's premier early aviation pioneers, and therein was born his desire to write about Latham and the airplane he flew. His first book, Windkiller, also published by Word Association Publishers, is a biographic novel, with Latham as the main character. This book, however, is a nonfiction account of Levavasseur and his fabulous aeronautical creations. Mr. King, a retired U.S. Foreign Service Officer, resides in northern Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Passion That Left the Ground' about? A: 'The Passion That Left the Ground' is a non-fiction book that explores the life and innovations of Léon Levavasseur, a pioneer in early aviation. It discusses his designs of graceful airplanes and includes historical photographs from the U.S. Library of Congress.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Passion That Left the Ground' is Stephen H. King, a retired U.S. Foreign Service Officer with a deep interest in aviation.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is described as a used book in good condition, categorized under 'Very Good' item condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Passion That Left the Ground' is published in paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 158 pages, providing a comprehensive look into Levavasseur's life and contributions to aviation.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Passion That Left the Ground' was published on June 1, 2007.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in aviation history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for readers interested in aviation history, particularly those who want to learn about early aviation pioneers like Léon Levavasseur.
- Q: Are there photographs included in the book? A: Yes, the book is filled with photographs, primarily sourced from the l'Aérophile collection at the U.S. Library of Congress, showcasing Levavasseur's airplanes.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: 'The Passion That Left the Ground' is a first edition, which may be of interest to collectors or those seeking original publications.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for aviation enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, this book serves as a thoughtful gift for aviation enthusiasts, historians, or anyone interested in the stories behind early aviation innovations.