Ten Months On The Wing (1916)

By Sophie A Poe

Book Overview

Ten Months On The Wing is a book written by Sophie Alberding Poe in 1916. The book is a memoir of her travels across Europe and the Middle East with her husband, who was a pilot in the early days of aviation. The couple's journey began in the summer of 1914, just before the outbreak of World War I, and lasted for ten months. The book describes the couple's experiences in various countries, including France, Italy, Egypt, and Greece. The author writes about the people they met, the places they visited, and the challenges they faced during their travels. She also provides insights into the early days of aviation, describing her husband's experiences as a pilot and the technological advancements that were being made in the field.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, architecture, and culture of the places they visited. She also reflects on the impact of the war on the countries they traveled through, as well as on their own lives. The book offers a unique perspective on the early days of aviation and the world events that shaped the early 20th century. Overall, Ten Months On The Wing is a fascinating account of a couple's travels during a pivotal moment in history. It offers readers a glimpse into a world that was rapidly changing and provides valuable insights into the early days of aviation and the impact of war on ordinary people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120720222
• ISBN13: 9781120720221
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"