Soaring with Wings: Percy Pilcher wants to Fly- Biography
Soaring with Wings-Percy Pilcher Wants To Fly. "It is a remarkable piece of scholarship and does Percy justice." recent review. "We have a little information about Percy Pilcher, but nothing as comprehensive and well researched as this, so it is a wonderful addition to stock. His story is both fascinating and tragic - one can't help wondering how the development of flight would have progressed had he survived." - local history archive. "The falling scene is brutal to read. I really felt him through the words." recent review. "This book, however, is a fitting tribute to Percy Pilcher." recent review.
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Soaring with Wings: Percy Pilcher wants to Fly- Biography by Charles E. MacKay represents 144 pages of meticulously researched aviation biography content. This new condition book provides essential insights into aviation pioneers, early flight.
Academic Recognition: Cited 8 times in academic research, this book serves as a primary reference for scholars studying aviation biography.
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About Charles E. MacKay - Aviation Historian
Charles E. MacKay is a renowned aviation historian with over 19 published books and 1,700+ satisfied customers worldwide. His expertise in aviation biography makes him a leading authority in the field.
Research Excellence: MacKay's work is based on extensive archival research, primary source documentation, and unprecedented access to historical aviation records.
Global Recognition: His books are used by museums, universities, and research institutions across the UK, Europe, and internationally for their accuracy and comprehensive coverage.
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- • Aviation Pioneers
- • Early Flight
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- • Pre-WWI
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- • Britain Aviation History
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About Charles E. MacKay
Charles E. MacKay is a renowned aviation historian and author specializing in Scottish aviation heritage, military aviation history, and aircraft development. With over 19 published books and more than 1,700 satisfied customers worldwide, Charles has established himself as a leading authority on aviation history. His works are used as primary references by aviation researchers, museums, and academic institutions including the Imperial War Museum, RAF Museum, and major universities.
Based in Glasgow, Scotland, Charles conducts extensive archival research and has unprecedented access to historical aviation documents, photographs, and company records. His books combine rigorous academic research with engaging storytelling, making complex aviation history accessible to both scholars and enthusiasts.