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LoC No.: 08004858
Title: Benjamin Franklin and the First Balloons
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Bibimbop and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Benjamin Franklin and the First Balloons" by Abbott Lawrence Rotch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book provides an insightful examination of Benjamin Franklin's involvement in the early experiments of ballooning during the 18th century, specifically focusing on his letters detailing the first balloon ascensions. By shedding light on Franklin's contributions to this technology, the book touches upon significant developments in the field of aerostatic experiments. The content revolves around a series of letters written by Franklin to Sir Joseph Banks in 1783, where he describes the first successful balloon launches, including both hot air and hydrogen balloons. Franklin recounts various experiments and public reactions, providing a humorous yet detailed narrative of the scientific endeavors of his time. He highlights the anticipation surrounding the launches and comments on the societal implications of aerial navigation, suggesting that these experiments could lead to future advancements in natural philosophy. Through his correspondence, Franklin shares the excitement of the public as they witnessed the marvels of early human flight, serving not only as a scientific record but also as a reflection on the era's spirit of curiosity and innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Editor: Rotch, Abbott Lawrence, 1861-1912
EBook No.: 43809
Published: Sep 24, 2013
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: Balloons
Subject: Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 -- Correspondence
LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 08004858
Title: Benjamin Franklin and the First Balloons
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Bibimbop and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Benjamin Franklin and the First Balloons" by Abbott Lawrence Rotch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book provides an insightful examination of Benjamin Franklin's involvement in the early experiments of ballooning during the 18th century, specifically focusing on his letters detailing the first balloon ascensions. By shedding light on Franklin's contributions to this technology, the book touches upon significant developments in the field of aerostatic experiments. The content revolves around a series of letters written by Franklin to Sir Joseph Banks in 1783, where he describes the first successful balloon launches, including both hot air and hydrogen balloons. Franklin recounts various experiments and public reactions, providing a humorous yet detailed narrative of the scientific endeavors of his time. He highlights the anticipation surrounding the launches and comments on the societal implications of aerial navigation, suggesting that these experiments could lead to future advancements in natural philosophy. Through his correspondence, Franklin shares the excitement of the public as they witnessed the marvels of early human flight, serving not only as a scientific record but also as a reflection on the era's spirit of curiosity and innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Editor: Rotch, Abbott Lawrence, 1861-1912
EBook No.: 43809
Published: Sep 24, 2013
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: Balloons
Subject: Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 -- Correspondence
LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.