"Flight" by Andrew Nahum explores the fascinating evolution of aviation and its impact on society. The book delves into the history of flight, examining key figures, breakthroughs, and technological advancements that transformed air travel from a dream into a reality. Nahum chronicles the challenges faced by pioneers in aviation and the cultural shifts that accompanied this revolutionary change. Through rich narratives and insightful anecdotes, "Flight" highlights how the advent of flying reshaped global connections, commerce, and human experiences, ultimately illustrating the profound significance of flight in the modern world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Dk Eyewitness .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 72 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) .

Philip Wilkinson has written nearly fifty books for adults and children. They range from his first book, Amazing Buildings, which won an award from the American Institute of Architects, to A Celebration of Customs and Rituals, which was endorsed by the United Nations. He has also written several successful TV tie-ins, including What the Romans Did for Us and Restoration. He lives in the Cotswolds, England, with his wife and son. Oliver Green, Research Fellow and former Head Curator of the London Transport Museum. Oliver has written and co-authored many transport books, including Underground: how the Tube shaped London (Penguin 2012). Contributing authors Ian Graham and Philip Wilkinson have written and consulted on a number of children's nonfiction books. Andrew Nahum is the Principal Curator of Technology and Engineering at The Science Museum, London.