02568cam a22003253u 4500 51581 UtSlPG 20260610134204.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17022331 UtSlPG en iso639-1 UG D501 Middleton, Edgar Charles, 1894-1939 The Way of the Air: A Description of Modern Aviation Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-03-28 Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Way of the Air: A Description of Modern Aviation" by Edgar Charles Middleton is an informative account of aviation written in the early 20th century, likely around the time of World War I. This work combines elements of both a practical guide and a war memoir, detailing the experiences, challenges, and dynamics of becoming an aviator in combat conditions. It intends to engage a younger audience considering a career in aviation, highlighting the romance and adventure associated with flying while laying bare the harsh realities of aerial warfare. At the start of the book, the author introduces readers to the evolution and significance of aviation during wartime, emphasizing how the conflict accelerated its development. Middleton describes the youthful exuberance of the airmen, the physical demands of the profession, and the training that aspiring pilots undergo, including the necessary physical attributes and mental fortitude required for flying. As he delves into the pilot's perspective, readers are introduced to the dangers faced in the air—ranging from enemy fire to challenging weather conditions—while also touching on the camaraderie and chivalry among enemy pilots. This initial portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of pilots' lives during the war, infusing a sense of adventure into the technical aspects of aviation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Aeronautics, Military World War, 1914-1918 -- Aerial operations https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51581 92415 92415