| Author |
Bordeaux, Henry, 1870-1963 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
| Translator |
Sill, Louise Morgan |
| LoC No. |
18021694
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| Title |
Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Graeme Mackreth and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air" by Henry Bordeaux is a historical biography written in the early 20th century. The book commemorates the life and exploits of Georges Guynemer, a celebrated French World War I aviator who became a symbol of bravery and heroism in the sky. It chronicles his journey from a fragile childhood to becoming one of the most respected fighter pilots, embodying the ideals of courage and duty. The opening of the biography sets the stage for Guynemer's legacy, explaining the profound impact of his loss on France during the war, as indicated by widespread mourning across the nation. It introduces his character with descriptions of universal admiration he garnered, even from children who viewed him as a modern-day hero akin to historical knights like Roland. Additionally, it highlights his family's background and the nurturing environment that shaped him. The narrative hints at the exciting tales of valor and personal sacrifice that are likely to unfold, as Guynemer emerges not just as a talented aviator but as a beloved national figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations
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| Subject |
Guynemer, Georges, 1894-1917
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| Subject |
Air pilots -- France -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18117 |
| Release Date |
Apr 4, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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