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The Wright Brothers: by David McCullough | Summary & Analysis
aBookaDay - 2015
The Wright Brothers is an historical narrative that draws on extensive archival materials, personal journals, and public records to tell the story of the Wright brothers as men of incredible character and determination along the road towards their significant contributions to aviation history. The summary parallels the structure of the book which is divided into three parts. The first part explores the period of the boys’ childhood through their work on flight testing various models of gliders. The second part picks up with the addition of the engine to the Wright planes and traces the brother’s work through the early stages of powered flight, roughly 1903 to 1908. Part three follows the brothers, now globally famous, through the years when they captured the most attention for their accomplishments. A central aspect of this historical account is the development of Orville and Wilbur Wright as individuals who showed fierce determination in the face of relentless setbacks. It also sheds light on their private nature and their deep bond as brothers. McCullough is a two time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for other historical works, Truman and John Adams. He also won the National Book Award twice and is a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. His educational background includes a degree in English Literature from Yale University. He is also a well-known narrator, as well as previous host of American Experience. Read more....
Single Daddy Detour (Southern Beaus #4)
Layla Valentine - 2022
I built my career starring in rom-coms.I know enough to realize they don’t exist in real life…So why can’t I resist my hottie BFF?HER:I’ve avoided my home state for years, but now I’m back—for one reason only,On the cusp of mega-stardom, the kind of role I’ve been working for all this time,…only to be blighted at the last hurdle, for reasons that have nothing to do with me!Just as I think things couldn’t get any worse, who do I run into?Only Justin Hatcher, my former best friend, and the very reason I left Georgia in the first place.He’s the same hottie he always was, only now he has ten years of secrets to hide…HIM:I feel like I’ve seen a ghost.When Kim left, I never thought I’d see her again.In the time she’s been gone, a lot has changed in our small town,And now she’s here, and I suddenly have a lot of explaining to do…For one, I’m a single dad now, and that’s just the start of it.I know she won’t stay, that she has no interest in giving up everything she’s worked for,I’ll just have to make the most of her while she’s here…
Can't Help Falling in Love (Doctors in Love Book 2)
Emma Kingsley - 2018
There’s nothing else but the two of you. You know that feeling? Well, Kate Watson didn’t… until she met Dr. Blake Kelley. And while meeting a gorgeous young cardiologist who invites you for a coffee the moment he lays his eyes on you may sound like a rather pleasant scenario, Kate will soon face the irony of protecting her heart from getting broken by the man whose job is healing hearts. Blake Kelley’s handsome face, athletic figure, and undeniable charisma draw sighs of admiration from women wherever he goes, but he is not interested in romance. He is one of the most prominent pediatric cardiologists in the country, but he doesn’t care too much about titles and accolades either. Marked by a painful childhood memory, he has dedicated his life to curing children and spreading the word about the prevention of heart diseases. And the only thing that truly matters to him is helping his little patients get better. But when the right woman walks into his life, will the heart specialist be able to keep his heart guarded or will Kate steal it forever? Can't Help Falling in Love is Book 2 in Doctors in Love Series, but it can be read as a standalone.
The Wolf's Proposal: A Wolf Shifter Paranormal Romance (The Witch's Pack Book 3)
Rachel Medhurst - 2021
The Greek's Outrageous Marriage Deal: A marriage reunited romance
Rachael Thomas - 2021
The Unofficial Harry Potter Spell book Wand Movement Illustrated: Magic Spell book contains all the spells
Eva Smith - 2018
Do you want some companion book to practice your wand movement and cast your spells like the characters in the book or the Movie? Now you can.
This spellbook contains:
Beautiful illustration to entertain you while casting your spell Pronunciation for each spell Illustrated wand movement Extra Information and notes about each spell.
If you are looking for some book which contains all the spells and potions you can buy this book.This book can serve a perfect gift for your kids and entertain during the holidays.This Harry Potter spell book directly introduces to the spell without introducing any introduction about the unwanted information or the author.
Let’s dive into the Magical world.
Hometown Billionaire: A Christian Small-town Romance (Sweet Home Billionaires Book 2)
Hannah Jo Abbott - 2020
His only regret was leaving Mallory behind.Mallory Edwards never wanted to leave her hometown, but she would have followed Pete anywhere. Too bad he never gave her the chance.When Pete returns home after his grandmother’s death, he is more afraid of running into Mallory than anything else. But when his friend convinces him to help with a local event, he finds himself partnered with Mallory. As they work together they try to avoid old feelings, but that proves hard to do. Mallory refuses to let Pete into her life, but Pete can’t get her out of his mind. Pete will have to come to terms with what he’s willing to give up for her, and Mallory will have to decide if trusting him is worth the risk of him breaking her heart all over again.
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Villager (An Unofficial Minecraft Book) (Minecraft Diary Books and Wimpy Zombie Tales For Kids Book 28)
Books Kid - 2015
What kind of mischief will he get into? Will he prefer life as a zombie over life as a villager? This diary book is a great read or gift for a Minecraft lover of any age! *** Read It FREE With Kindle Unlimited Or Prime Membership *** Don't have kindle? No worries! Read it on your PC, Mac, Tablet Or Smartphone! *** Download Your Copy Or Read It FREE With Kindle Unlimited Or Prime Membership ***
Live While You Can: A Memoir of Faith, Hope and the Power of Acceptance
Tony Coote - 2019
Just a few short months later, he found himself confined to a wheelchair. But rather than succumbing to the darkness that threatened to overwhelm him in the days after his diagnosis, he drew on his powerful faith and unwavering belief in life and found a way to light, hope and acceptance.From growing up in Fairview, to serving in the dioceses in Ballymun and later Mount Merrion and Kilmacud, and his charity work while in UCD, Fr Tony takes us on the journey of his life and shows us how, through this devastating illness, he came to know the true meaning and nature of God's love.Sadly, Tony passed away on the 28 August 2019 but his memoir and his message of hope, strength and unwavering faith live on.'Our lives will never be measured in words spoken or success achieved but rather how we live and how our life has affected those around us.' Fr Tony Coote
Promoting the Cowboy Billionaire: A Chappell Brothers Novel (Bluegrass Ranch Book 5)
Emmy Eugene - 2021
Blackstone Mountain Book 1 to 3
Alicia Montgomery - 2018
Alphas, bad boys, and loyal shifter men who aren't afraid to claim their fated mates and protect what's theirs. The first three books are available for the first time in an exclusive box set Available for a limited time onlyl Book 1 - The Blackstone Dragon Heir He's a cold, indifferent dragon shifter Driven by money And not meant for a mate. But when he meets her He knows. She's the one. His fated mate. And he'd do anything to make her his. Book 2 - The Blackstone Bad Dragon Jason didn't want a mate. But the moment his dragon sees her, it knew. She was the one.
The problem? She hates him. Christina came back to Blackstone for her sister's wedding. That's all. Certainly not to see Jason Lennox again. Not after he tricked her. The problem? She can't put the sexy dragon out of her mind. Book 3 - The Blackstone Bear Ben's bear is out of control. And no one can know How the darkness is consuming him But when he meets Penny He knows: She's the one. His mate. The only one who can soothe his bear
Life and adventures of "Billy" Dixon, of Adobe Walls, Texas panhandle (1914)
Billy Dixon - 1914
Life and adventures of "Billy" Dixon, of Adobe Walls, Texas panhandle: a narrative in which is described many things relating to the early Southwest, with an account of the fights between Indians and buffalo hunters at Adobe Walls and the desperate engagement at Buffalo Wallow, for which Congress voted the medal of honor to the survivors.
Starfish - One Family's Tale of Triumph After Tragedy
Tom Ray - 2017
I have no idea if it is part of the dream, a hallucination, or reality. It talks of children, bringing news of a girl called Grace who loves me very much and a new baby boy called Freddie, who apparently needs me to get better... It stirs a part of me, even in my coma, reminding me that I'm thirty-eight and in love with the most beautiful woman in the world. It tells me that one third of me is gone but what's left is enough; that the thing is, above all, to survive.'
When Tom Ray put his young daughter to bed one chilly December evening, he had everything he could ever want - the house of his dreams, a beautiful wife and a second baby on the way. By the next morning all of this was in jeopardy as Tom succumbed to the devastating illness that is sepsis.Starfish tells Tom and Nic Ray's truly inspirational story of their life before, during and after the illness which claimed Tom's lower arms, legs, and a portion of his face. Heart-breakingly honest and affecting, their story charts the devastating effects of Tom's illness, Nic's heroic struggle to cope and, ultimately, the love and hope that has held their family together in the ensuing years.
A tragic yet beautiful tale of a couple whose love is tested to its limit after their perfect life falls apart in a single moment.