En ballon! Pendant le siege de Paris by Gaston Tissandier

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Author Tissandier, Gaston, 1843-1899
Title En ballon! Pendant le siege de Paris
Note Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Tonya Allen, Renald Levesque and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "En ballon! Pendant le siège de Paris" by Gaston Tissandier is a historical account likely written during the late 19th century, specifically in the context of the Franco-Prussian War and the Siege of Paris. The narrative revolves around the innovative use of balloons as a means of communication and transportation during a time of crisis, highlighting the efforts of various characters, including Tissandier himself, to utilize aerial navigation to send messages and supplies to besieged Parisians. The opening of the book introduces the dire situation of Paris under siege, emphasizing the determination of its citizens even in the face of overwhelming adversity. It sets the dramatic stage for the author's own experiences as he prepares to ascend in a balloon to deliver letters and proclamations. Tissandier details the preparations for his flight, describing the condition of the balloon, the excitement and anxiety surrounding the ascension, and the atmospheric observations conducted during his journey. He captures the precarious nature of the operation, including the risks posed by both the mechanics of flight and the enemy forces, while also revealing his own reflections and emotions as he takes to the skies in a quest to bridge the communication gap between an isolated Paris and the outside world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Balloon ascensions
Subject Paris (France) -- History -- Siege, 1870-1871
Category Text
EBook-No. 11038
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 13, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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