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At least as far back as the ancient myth of Icarus, humans longed to fly—but it wasn’t until December 17, 1903, on the windy dunes of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, that the dream finally came true. And it was all thanks to Orville and Wilbur Wright, two former bicycle mechanics who built their first toy plane—a rubber-band powered rotary—when they were just children. Find out how the two brothers, working quietly and persistently, ultimately solved the “flying problem” that had grounded so many others; what setbacks they experienced as they developed and improved their machine (including a tragic crash); and what additional “firsts” followed after they triumphantly took to the skies...

Join the Wright brothers for the ride of your life! Growing up, Wilbur and Orville were encouraged by their parents to explore whatever sparked their curiosity. Their childhood hobbies grew into a serious interest in manned, powered flight. After several years of experimenting with kites and gliders, the brothers built the remarkable plane that took off from Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, and into history. This engaging story of their success and the fierce competition to be "first in flight" will keep you on the edge of your seat.

 

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