The Oxford Aeronaut Part 1: From Cooking to Chemistry

By Jane Browne

Part 1 of 2. Heavily researched biographical novel - the life, loves & adventures of cook & pioneer of flight, James Sadler of Oxford (1753 - 1828).

James' dilemmas are surprisingly modern. He struggles to balance a dangerous ambition with looming poverty and a need to work in the family cooking business. In an age of technology with thrilling possibilities, nevertheless artisans are kept down by a powerful establishment, determined to cling to power. James' beloved, Mary Vane, knows of his boyhood dream of flight and is reassured that lack of money ensures he keeps both feet on the ground. A chance meeting with eccentric Dr George Fordyce brings a thrilling opportunity. James must choose between the security of his long-held love and a lengthy separation not guaranteed to bring success.

There is a screen version of this novel: Dan Vichente, 'King of Ballooning' https: //www.amazon.co.uk/King-Ballooning-version-August-2017/dp/1975939514.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1530817188
• ISBN13: 9781530817184
• Release Date: April 2016
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.0"