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From The Dawn of Aviation: The Qantas Story, 1920-1995 by John Stackhouse
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1995 • Hardcover • Focus Publishing
Description
Title: From The Dawn of Aviation: The Qantas Story, 1920-1995 by John Stackhouse
Author/Publisher: John Stackhouse (Focus Publishing)
Publication Year: 1995
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Synopsis
This compelling non-fiction work chronicles the rich history of Qantas, one of the world's most enduring and iconic airlines. Spanning an impressive seventy-five years, from its foundational days in 1920 through to 1995, the book offers a detailed narrative of the company's evolution.
Presented as a textbook for adults, this first edition delves into the business acumen and historical milestones that shaped Qantas. It provides a comprehensive overview for anyone interested in the development of aviation, particularly within an Australian context, exploring both the corporate journey and the technological advancements in aircraft over more than seven decades.
- The Genesis of an Airline: Explore the foundational period of Qantas, detailing its humble beginnings at the dawn of aviation in 1920. This section likely covers its pioneering spirit, early routes, and the visionaries who established what would become a global aviation powerhouse.
- Decades of Development and Innovation: Follow Qantas's journey through significant historical events and technological shifts. The narrative traces its expansion, adaptation, and challenges, highlighting the pivotal moments in its business and operational history up to the mid-1990s.
- An Illustrated Chronicle: Enriched with illustrations, this volume visually complements the historical text. These images likely showcase the evolving fleet, key personnel, significant events, and the changing landscape of air travel over the seventy-five-year period.
As a first edition published in 1995, 'From The Dawn of Aviation: The Qantas Story, 1920-1995' stands as an essential historical document. It is a valuable acquisition for aviation enthusiasts, corporate historians, and collectors of significant Australian non-fiction.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| ISBN | 9781875359233 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Focus Publishing |
| Year | 1995 |
| Type | Textbook |
| Genre | Aviation |
| Topic | Aircraft |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Ed. |
| Subject | History, Business |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | --from The Dawn Of Aviation: The Qantas Story, 1920-1995 |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Publication Name | From the Dawn of Aviation: the Qantas Story 1920-1975 |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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