Tight, paper covered hardback book with pictorial cover published circa 1911. Believe this is the first edition. Covers show distinct soiling. Corners worn. Former owner name and town on front end paper. Fold out of three panels of photos showing 'Eight Fying Machines' (biplanes and monoplanes) . Illustrated with black and white drawings. Index. Page of advertisements. Small, early book of collector interest for the period covered. ; 12mo

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