An Essay On Aerial Navigation, Pointing Out Modes Of Directing Balloons (1844)

By Joseph Mac Sweeny

Book Overview

An Essay On Aerial Navigation, Pointing Out Modes Of Directing Balloons (1844) is a book written by Joseph Mac Sweeny, which explores the possibilities and challenges of navigating balloons in the air. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of ballooning, including the earliest experiments with hot air balloons and the development of gas balloons. Mac Sweeny also discusses the various methods of steering a balloon, including the use of rudders, sails, and oars. The book also explores the potential applications of balloons, such as for military reconnaissance and scientific observation. Additionally, Mac Sweeny discusses the dangers and limitations of ballooning, including the risk of crashes and the difficulty of controlling balloons in adverse weather conditions. Overall, An Essay On Aerial Navigation, Pointing Out Modes Of Directing Balloons (1844) is a fascinating exploration of the possibilities and challenges of early aerial navigation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164569953
• ISBN13: 9781164569954
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"