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The Balloonists
The balloonists
The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Quincy Allen's 'The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists' is a thrilling adventure novel that follows a group of friends as they embark on an exciting journey to rescue lost balloonists. The book is written in a vivid and engaging style, capturing the essence of camaraderie and bravery in the face of danger. Set in a literary context that highlights the spirit of exploration and friendship, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages. Quincy Allen, known for his dynamic storytelling and ability to create compelling narratives, drew inspiration for this book from his own love for the great outdoors and his fascination with tales of daring rescues. His background in outdoor activities and his passion for writing shine through in the vivid descriptions and authentic character interactions that populate 'The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf'. I highly recommend 'The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists' to anyone who enjoys gripping adventure stories with a focus on friendship and courage. Quincy Allen's masterful storytelling will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
The Balloonist
Running from a troubled past, Lieutenant Willy Fraser, formerly of the Royal Flying Corps, has chosen the most dangerous job on the Western Front - a balloon observer hanging under a gasbag filled with explosive hydrogen, four thousand feet above the Ypres Salient, anchored by a slender cable. Swept across enemy lines after his balloon is damaged, Willy is hidden by Belgian farmers, whom he grows close to during his stay; with their aid, he manages to escape across the flooded delta at the English Channel and return to his duties. But once he's back in the air, spotting for artillery and under attack, Willy can only focus on his own survival - until he is forced to make an impossible decision that threatens the life of the woman he has come to love.
King of All Balloons
The fascinating world of the first Englishman to fly is a true homage to our national desire to reach for the skies.
The Greatest Adventure
They could no longer be the first to climb Everest, reach the North and South Poles, sail around the globe, but they could be the first to fly around the world in a balloon - and they were. Written by the pilots, this is the account of their epic success. They describe the difficulties they faced and overcame during this feat of endurance.
The Balloonists
Now on ebook, the brilliant debut by Eula Biss, author of On Immunity and Notes from No Man's Land "We tell ourselves stories in order to live," writes Joan Didion, with a certain skepticism. We also live by the stories we tell. It is enough for the end of a fairy tale to read simply, ". . . then they were married." I suspect my father, among others, of marrying in order to locate himself within this kind of easy fairy tale. Available for the first time as an ebook, Eula Biss's The Balloonists is a multi-faceted essay about the dissolution of marriage and the recovery of memory and family. Interweaving her own story with fragmentary narratives of exploration, youth, and loss, Biss creates an unforgettable work of wreckage and resilience.
The Balloonist
The acclaimed novel of love, ambition, and Arctic adventure “told with fin de siecle elegance”—with an introduction by Philip Pullman (Kirkus Reviews). It is July 1897, at the northernmost reach of the inhabited world. Swedish inventor Gustav Crispin is determined to become the first person to set foot on the North Pole, and return, borne by hot air balloon. Making the expedition with two companions—an American journalist and a young, French-speaking adventurer—all three climb into the small wicker gondola and cuts the ropes. But as Gustav pursues his history-making ambition, and their flimsy balloon is battered by Arctic winds, his mind returns again and again to his fraught romance with the beautiful Luisa. Nominated for the National Book Award in 1977, The Balloonist was hailed by Mary Renault as a “tour de force.” The story of Gustav Crispin is “chilling and comic by turn . . . An unusual mixture of Arctic adventure and Parisian love story with philosophic overtones” (Kirkus Reviews).
The Airplane in American Culture
A fascinating account of America's relationship with the airplane
Stratospheric Balloons
Stratospheric balloons are powerful tools used to study the Earth and its atmosphere, as well as the greater cosmos beyond. This book describes the science and technology behind modern stratospheric ballooning, along with the surprising ways it has impacted our daily lives. The book takes you through every step of the process, starting with an in-depth introduction to basic balloon types and their uses before delving into balloon construction and mission planning. Along the way, you will learn about the novel technologies that have radically changed these balloons and their ability to launch, control and navigate them over specific ground targets. Next follows an exploration of their incredi...
Brock the Balloonist
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