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100 1 _aFranklin, Benjamin,
_d1706-1790
245 1 0 _aBenjamin Franklin and the First Balloons
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2013-09-24
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Bibimbop and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Benjamin Franklin and the First Balloons" by Abbott Lawrence Rotch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book provides an insightful examination of Benjamin Franklin's involvement in the early experiments of ballooning during the 18th century, specifically focusing on his letters detailing the first balloon ascensions. By shedding light on Franklin's contributions to this technology, the book touches upon significant developments in the field of aerostatic experiments. The content revolves around a series of letters written by Franklin to Sir Joseph Banks in 1783, where he describes the first successful balloon launches, including both hot air and hydrogen balloons. Franklin recounts various experiments and public reactions, providing a humorous yet detailed narrative of the scientific endeavors of his time. He highlights the anticipation surrounding the launches and comments on the societal implications of aerial navigation, suggesting that these experiments could lead to future advancements in natural philosophy. Through his correspondence, Franklin shares the excitement of the public as they witnessed the marvels of early human flight, serving not only as a scientific record but also as a reflection on the era's spirit of curiosity and innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBalloons
653 _aFranklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 -- Correspondence
700 1 _aRotch, Abbott Lawrence,
_d1861-1912
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43809
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