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The Man Who Taught the World to Fly The story of human flight doesn't begin at Kitty Hawk, but in a quiet corner of Yorkshire with a gentleman of science. For centuries, the dream of soaring through the skies was a fantasy, a problem no one could solve. Then came Sir George Cayley. This book tells the story of the visionary who didn't just invent a flying machine-he invented the very science of aviation. From his legendary silver disc that defined the four forces of flight to his groundbreaking glider designs, Cayley transformed an impossible dream into a solvable engineering problem. Explore…mehr

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The Man Who Taught the World to Fly The story of human flight doesn't begin at Kitty Hawk, but in a quiet corner of Yorkshire with a gentleman of science. For centuries, the dream of soaring through the skies was a fantasy, a problem no one could solve. Then came Sir George Cayley. This book tells the story of the visionary who didn't just invent a flying machine-he invented the very science of aviation. From his legendary silver disc that defined the four forces of flight to his groundbreaking glider designs, Cayley transformed an impossible dream into a solvable engineering problem. Explore the life of this forgotten genius: his diverse inventions, his quiet public life, and the profound legacy that shaped the Wright brothers' historic achievement. The Man Who Taught the World to Fly is a tribute to the pioneer whose methodical inquiry and brilliant mind laid the foundation for every aircraft that has ever taken to the skies. Approx.148 pages, 26000 word count
Autorenporträt
Born and raised in a small town on the east coast of Scotland, the author brings a unique and refreshing voice to his writing. A late-in-life diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome illuminated his lifelong journey, giving him a deeper understanding of the distinct way he sees the world. Describing himself as an optimist on a mission to entertain and inform, he aims to take the reader's imagination to its limits and deliver a truly unforgettable experience.