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TO CARESS THE AIR

AUGUSTUS HERRING AND THE DAWN OF FLIGHT. BOOK ONE

 

​Influenced by the Gilded Age idea that a young man could attain a
life of accomplishment and honor through hard work, determination,
and courage, Herring soon learned that Horatio Alger’s “rags to
riches” narrative paled in the face of unrelenting rejection. Alger had
also suggested that an older, kindly, and prosperous benefactor
might be useful in assisting a young man’s success. In 1893, at the
age of 26, Herring met that person: someone who eventually proved
to be his greatest antagonist.

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TO CARESS THE AIR

AUGUSTUS HERRING AND THE DAWN OF FLIGHT. BOOK TWO

 

As the trial continues, witnesses for the plaintiff offer in-depth
accounts of the Curtiss swindle, present sordid details regarding
the Wright brothers, and describe events involving aviation’s master
manipulator… Octave Chanute.

Herring’s wealthy benefactor, Matthias Arnot, and Professor
Langley’s principal engineer, Charles Manley, add vigor to an
already impressive collection of aeronautical personalities who
appear throughout Book Two.

Acrimony in the courtroom takes a violent turn as hostility builds.
The stress ravages Herring's health and puts the legal proceedings at risk. Will a mistrial be declared? How will the judge rule?

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2 STROKE GLOW ENGINES

FOR RC AIRCRAFT

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As an operator of modern glow engines, theory probably isn't at the top of your priority list. However, wouldn't it be gratifying to have the knowledge to answer confusing issues concerning engine operation without consulting the local expert. Wouldn't it be fulfilling to discuss the pros and cons of controversial topics, such as fuels, glow plugs and engine performance graphs, in an intelligent manner? Understanding basic theory gives you the capacity to achieve these operational objectives.

POWER:

BEYOND THE BASICS

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Renowned engine expert Dave Gierke takes glow power enthusiasts to the next level in this book. Building on the foundation he began in Volume 1, Dave explores the history of throttle development and expands his discussion of how carburetors and fuel-delivery systems work. This book is a must-have for every modelers library.

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