This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages; poor pictures; errant marks; etc. that were either part of the original artifact; or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important; and despite the imperfections; have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process; and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Secret Commonwealth Of Elves; Fauns Fairies: A Study In Folk-lore Psychical Research; Volume 8 Of Bibliothèque De Carabas Robert Kirk; Andrew Lang D. Nutt; 1893 Body; Mind Spirit; Parapsychology; General; Body; Mind Spirit / Parapsychology / General; Clairvoyance; Fairies; Parapsychology
#720388 in Books Hikoki Publications 2010-12-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.00 x .94 x 8.63l; 3.22 #File Name: 1902109163288 pages
Review
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Another of Eric Brown's classic in a great formatBy Flying PhotographerEric Brown's books are classics; in that he was not only witness but an active participant in the most interesting and fast-changing time in aviation history; spanning from the late 30s into the 50s; that is form the fabric-covered biplanes to the supersonic jets. Being a test pilot; he was privileged in flying so many different airplanes that he was in a unique position to judge their flying characteristics and compare them.This book covers non-Luftwaffe airplanes; with a chapter of varying length dedicated at each model. Don't expect a history of the type; be it development or operational; as Captain Brown goes straight to the point of "test-flying" the respective aircraft model for the benefit of the reader. Accordingly; for example you will get to know at which particular speed the Spiteful's laminar flow wing stalled; into which direction it dropped when stalling; etc. While this may not be very interesting information to some; it does give a very good insight into the flying behavior of these many very different aircraft types that are long gone; and as such is an invaluable historic record.The book is very nicely printed in glossy big format paper; with lots of good quality BW and color pictures; as well as some nice drawings and profiles; and thus makes for an ideal collection volume.Overall; as with other of Captain Brown's books; this book is pure history told by someone who was in the cockpit; and as such represents an invaluable record of a long-gone era of aviation. Add the very nice production; and you have a true classic in your hands - highly recommended.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Other reviewers did a great job of highlighting what is in the bookBy Non PCOther reviewers did a great job of highlighting what is in the book. My only comment would be to emphasize that it is written in the viewpoint of an Engineering Test Pilot. As such; he discusses the airfoils; handling; max performance specs; engine specs; hydraulic boost systems; etc -- instead of getting into the "color" of an airplane.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Eric Brown's books are good reference readingBy richard jacksonWorthy sequel to the first book; all Capt. Eric Brown's books are good reference reading. Great pilot and pulls no punches in his opinions
