First in Flight - How a Photograph Captured the Takeoff of the Wright Brothers' Flyer

"On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the story of the historic first flight ever to life. Kids will feel as though they are at Kitty Hawk with Wilbur and Orville Wright as the brothers prepare to test their aircraft. They'll also learn about the history of flight and the skepticism that greeted the Wrights when they, at first, refused to release the photograph of their successful flight"--

About the author

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

Product details

• Authors: Burgan, Michael Burgan
• Publisher: Capstone
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 10 to 14
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 08.01.2020
• EAN: 9780756566579
• ISBN: 978-0-7565-6657-9
• No. of pages: 64
• Dimensions: 226 mm x 251 mm x 5 mm
• Weight: 249 g
• Series: Captured History
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics