Author: William Pene du Bois
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0140320970
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
A Newbery Medal Winner Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions.Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now available in a handsome new edition. "William Pene du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell astory that has no age limit."—The Horn Book
Stratospheric Balloons
Author: Manfred “Dutch” von Ehrenfried
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030681300
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Stratospheric balloons are powerful tools used to study the Earth and its atmosphere, as well as the greater cosmos beyond. This book describes the science and technology behind modern stratospheric ballooning, along with the surprising ways it has impacted our daily lives. The book takes you through every step of the process, starting with an in-depth introduction to basic balloon types and their uses before delving into balloon construction and mission planning. Along the way, you will learn about the novel technologies that have radically changed these balloons and their ability to launch, control and navigate them over specific ground targets. Next follows an exploration of their incredible applications, including research in atmospheric science, cosmology and astronomy, earth studies, meteorology, and aerobiology, and also commercial capabilities such as Internet networks and high-altitude tourism. The community of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in stratospheric ballooning is only ever growing. This book shows you how these national and international efforts have truly soared in recent years, and it will be an enjoyable read for anybody interested in learning more about how science and commerce are conducted in the stratosphere, at the edge of space.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030681300
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Stratospheric balloons are powerful tools used to study the Earth and its atmosphere, as well as the greater cosmos beyond. This book describes the science and technology behind modern stratospheric ballooning, along with the surprising ways it has impacted our daily lives. The book takes you through every step of the process, starting with an in-depth introduction to basic balloon types and their uses before delving into balloon construction and mission planning. Along the way, you will learn about the novel technologies that have radically changed these balloons and their ability to launch, control and navigate them over specific ground targets. Next follows an exploration of their incredible applications, including research in atmospheric science, cosmology and astronomy, earth studies, meteorology, and aerobiology, and also commercial capabilities such as Internet networks and high-altitude tourism. The community of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in stratospheric ballooning is only ever growing. This book shows you how these national and international efforts have truly soared in recent years, and it will be an enjoyable read for anybody interested in learning more about how science and commerce are conducted in the stratosphere, at the edge of space.
Bear Party
Author: William Pène du Bois
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bears
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
All of the bears at Koala Park are not speaking to each other. Wise old Bear finds a way to stop the quarreling among the koalas by having a masquerade party where they were nice to each other-not knowing who they were talking to for the costumes!
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bears
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
All of the bears at Koala Park are not speaking to each other. Wise old Bear finds a way to stop the quarreling among the koalas by having a masquerade party where they were nice to each other-not knowing who they were talking to for the costumes!
The Twenty-One Balloons (Puffin Modern Classics)
Author: William Pene du Bois
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101007060
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A Newbery Medal Winner Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions.Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now available in a handsome new edition. "William Pene du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell astory that has no age limit."—The Horn Book
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101007060
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A Newbery Medal Winner Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions.Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now available in a handsome new edition. "William Pene du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell astory that has no age limit."—The Horn Book
Ember Falls
Author: S. D. Smith
Publisher: Brand Nu Words
ISBN: 9780996436809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The stage is set. It's war. Morbin Blackhawk, slaver and tyrant, threatens to destroy the rabbit resistance forever. Heather and Picket are two young rabbits improbably thrust into pivotal roles. The fragile alliance forged around the young heir seems certain to fail. Can Heather and Picket help rescue the cause from a certain, sudden defeat?
Publisher: Brand Nu Words
ISBN: 9780996436809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The stage is set. It's war. Morbin Blackhawk, slaver and tyrant, threatens to destroy the rabbit resistance forever. Heather and Picket are two young rabbits improbably thrust into pivotal roles. The fragile alliance forged around the young heir seems certain to fail. Can Heather and Picket help rescue the cause from a certain, sudden defeat?
The Amazing Air Balloon
Author: Jean Van Leeuwen
Publisher: Dial
ISBN: 9780803722583
Category : Balloon ascensions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this story based on true events, a thirteen-year-old apprentice takes the first manned hot air balloon flight in America and gains new insight into life's possibilities.
Publisher: Dial
ISBN: 9780803722583
Category : Balloon ascensions
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this story based on true events, a thirteen-year-old apprentice takes the first manned hot air balloon flight in America and gains new insight into life's possibilities.