# The Wright Brothers Story - Hardcover

by **Mike Roussel** (Author)

The creative and technological genius of the Wright brothers, Wilbur and Orville, led to the first powered and controlled flight. Born in Ohio, USA, the brothers' fascination with flight began at an early age. Their first powered aeroplane, 'The Wright Flyer', was tested at Kitty Hawk in 1903. Wilbur's first flight was on 14 December 1903, but quickly stalled and crashed. Three days later, after repairs, Orville flew to 540ft and landed safely after 12 seconds; this was the first powered flight in aviation history.Packed with facts, figures and little-known details, this book charts the triumphs and tragedies of the Wright brothers as they set about making history together.

### Author Biography

**Mike Roussel** has previously written _Joe Smith: Spitfire's Forgotten Designer_, as well as co-authoring _Shipwrecks of the Cunard Line_ and _The Union Castle Line_. He is an active supporter of Solent Sky Aviation Museum.

**Number of Pages:** 128

**Dimensions:** 0.5 x 7.4 x 5.1 IN

**Publication Date:** July 03, 2017

## Details

- **Price:** 17.95 USD
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