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Teach Yourself to Fly Nigel Tangye

Teach Yourself to Fly By Nigel Tangye

Teach Yourself to Fly by Nigel Tangye


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Summary

Learn how to fly an aeroplane with this gorgeous, lovingly reproduced classic from Mr. Nigel Tangye, a leading aeronautical journalist, author and expert flier. First published in 1938, Teach Yourself to Fly was one of the first titles published in the Teach Yourself series.

Teach Yourself to Fly Summary

Teach Yourself to Fly: The classic guide to flying a plane by Nigel Tangye

'An airman's vanity is a most curious thing.'

Nigel Tangye was a British hero; journalist, author, airman, teacher, and possibly even spy. What better man to help you learn to fly?

First published in 1938, Teach Yourself To Fly was not only one of the very first Teach Yourself books to be published but the first to actually change the world. It was used on the eve of the second world war to prepare pilot recruits and conscripts before they were called for service, and as such it was read religiously by thousands of young men, some as young as 17, and directly impacted on the British war effort.

This beautiful new printing of the book captures all of the feelings of that extraordinary time - it's nostalgic, understated, inspiring and very British indeed, warning young pilots, amongst other things, not to feel 'too discouraged' in the event of a crash landing.

Technology has changed hugely, but the principles of aviation as they were in the middle of the twentieth century are perfectly summarised in this lovely book. Get hold of the right vehicle, and it really can teach you to fly.

What happens when you're up there, however, is your responsibility.

'Never move an inch without making quite certain that there is not a lawn-mower or something else in your way.'


Since 1938, millions of people have learned to do the things they love with Teach Yourself. Welcome to the how-to guides that changed the modern world.

Teach Yourself to Fly Reviews

Daily Mail Critic's Choice * Daily Mail *
Fascinating reading... The author's love of flying is clear from every page. A true delight. * Aircraft Illustrated *

About Nigel Tangye

Nigel Trevithick Tangye was a British airman, novelist, journalist and the author of various books about Cornwall. He worked for MI5, and later claimed to have been an MI5 agent during the Spanish Civil War. He was married to the actress Ann Todd.

Additional information

GOR008808750
9781473664012
1473664012
Teach Yourself to Fly: The classic guide to flying a plane by Nigel Tangye
Used - Very Good
Hardback
John Murray Press
2017-09-07
176
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Teach Yourself to Fly