Description
| Product ID: | 9780752461281 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Series: | Story of |
| Title: | The Hovercraft Story |
| Authors: | Author: Ashley Hollebone |
| Page Count: | 128 |
| Subjects: | History, Postwar 20th century history, from c 1945 to c 2000, Ships and boats: general interest, Ships & boats: general interest |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating The Hovercraft story Motoring journalist Ashley Hollebone reveals for the first time the full story behind the hovercraft, a wonderful British invention that was created in a back shed from a rusty food tin and an old hair dryer – simple yet remarkable! Christopher Cockerell’s 1950s invention has found a multitude of uses across numerous arenas, from cross-Channel ferries and leisure cruising to racing at up to 80mph; it has modernised travel and has an impressive safety record, yet despite this little has been written about this, one of the most innovative modes of transport. This colourful book decisively redresses the balance and comprehensively reveals the history of the hovercraft, through photographs and diagrams, making it an invaluable addition to every enthusiast’s library. |
| Imprint Name: | The History Press Ltd |
| Publisher Name: | The History Press Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2011-10-01 |
