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The Problem of Manflight
Published by Hardpress Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 1314275208 ISBN 13: 9781314275209
Language: English
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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The Problem of Manflight
Published by Hardpress Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 1314275208 ISBN 13: 9781314275209
Language: English
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
US$ 17.59
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Add to basketPAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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The Problem of Manflight Classic Reprint
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
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The Problem of Manflight (Paperback or Softback)
Published by Legare Street Press 7/18/2023, 2023
ISBN 10: 1022129864 ISBN 13: 9781022129863
Language: English
Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Problem of Manflight. Book.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. ***GREAT CONDITION***CLEAN PAGES*** light edge wear/corner bending, no dust jacket, mylar cover. We specialize in non-fiction books. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The Problem of Manflight
Published by HardPress Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 1314275208 ISBN 13: 9781314275209
Language: English
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 84.
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The Problem of Manflight
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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James Means and the Problem of Manflight During the Period 1882-1920 [Signed by Mrs. James Means]
Published by Smithsonian Institution, 1964
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Hardcover. Blue cloth over boards with gilt lettering on spine, and two gilt birds on front cover. Title page dated 1964. Copyright page not dated. 143 pages. In very good condition. Covers are clean. Binding is strong. Signed and inscribed on front free endpaper by "Mrs. James H. Means". Pages free of marks or tears, with photographs throughout.
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James Means and the Problem of Manflight During the Period, 1882-1920
Published by Washington, D.C.: Smithsonian Institution Press, 1964, Washington, D.C., 1964
Seller: Ross & Haines Old Book Co., Hudson, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
Cloth. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Cloth. Very Good/No Jacket. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. x + 143 pp., b/w photos & drawings, bib., index.
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James Means and the Problem of Manflight during the period 1882-1920
Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington, USA, 1964
Language: English
Seller: Hanselled Books, Burntisland, FIFE, United Kingdom
Association Member: IOBA
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
US$ 15.88
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. h/b 143 pages, condition is very good, no DJ. Smithsonian Publication 4526.
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The Problem of Manflight
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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James Means and the Problem of Manflight During the Period 1882-1920
Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C., 1964
Seller: J. Lawton, Booksellers, Readville, MA, U.S.A.
Association Member: IOBA
Seller rating 3 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very good condition. 143p., illus. Inscribed by the author, son of the subject, to Bill Castle.
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James Means and the problem of manflight during the period 1882-1920
Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C., 1964
Seller: Cotswold Internet Books, Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 14.70
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Add to basketCondition: Used - Very Good. VG hardback. 1st ed. Binding tight. Used - Very Good. VG hardback.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of human attempts at mechanical flight, focusing on the debate between proponents of motor-powered aircraft and those advocating for wind-powered gliders. The author examines the contributions of key figures like Maxim and Wellington and delves into the scientific principles of aerodynamics, including the concepts of stored energy and the role of gravity in flight. The book discusses the advantages and limitations of different approaches to aircraft design, from steam-powered dirigibles to Otto Lilienthal's pioneering gliding experiments. Through its analysis of historical developments and scientific principles, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and potential of human flight, highlighting the enduring dream of soaring through the skies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Means, J: Problem of Manflight
Published by HardPress Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 1314275208 ISBN 13: 9781314275209
Language: English
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Add to basketCondition: New. KlappentextrnrnUnlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketc.
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.
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The Problem of Manflight
Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Jul 2023, 2023
ISBN 10: 1022129864 ISBN 13: 9781022129863
Language: English
US$ 30.59
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Add to basketTaschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.
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The Problem of Manflight
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.
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The Problem of Manflight
Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Jul 2023, 2023
ISBN 10: 1020887044 ISBN 13: 9781020887048
Language: English
US$ 49.76
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Add to basketBuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - In the early days of aviation, the problem of manflight was a formidable challenge. In this classic book, James Means explores the history of aviation, taking readers on a journey from the earliest planes to the cutting-edge aircraft of his own time. With detailed illustrations and clear explanations, The Problem of Manflight is an illuminating read for anyone interested in the history of aviation.
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The problem of manflight. 1894 [LeatherBound]
Publication Date: 2025
Language: English
LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1894 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 28 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.
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The Problem of Manflight
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPaperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days 45.
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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.
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The The Problem of Manflight
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
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Add to basketHRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.
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James Means and problem of manflight during the period 1882-1920
Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C., 1964
Seller: Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB), St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.
Association Member: ABAA ILAB RMABA
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
First edition, 8vo, pp. ix-[x], 143; 29 plates, illustrations throughout text; fine in original blue cloth, gilt lettering on spine. The author's account of his father's interest and achievements in aeronautics; James Means, Sr., is best known for compiling the Aeronautical Annual (1895-1897) and for developing the James Means Control.
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The problem of manflight 1894 [LeatherBound]
Publication Date: 2025
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1894 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 32 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.
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The Problem of Manflight
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
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Add to basketHardback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days 213.
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The problem of manflight
Published by W. B. Clarke & Co, Boston, 1894
Seller: Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB), St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.
Association Member: ABAA ILAB RMABA
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
First edition, 8vo, pp. 20; 7 figures in the text (1 full-page); original pictorial wrappers a bit chipped at the edges, the text slightly toned; all else very good. Inscribed by Means at the top of the front wrapper"Arlo Bates, Esq. with the regards of James Mea[ns]" - the last two letters lost to a chip.
