Summary of The Wright Brothers: by David McCullough | Summary & Analysis

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This review of the book The Wright Brothers by David McCullough provides a detailed summary of the book followed by an analysis. The Wright Brothers is an historical narrative that draws on extensive archival materials, personal journals, and public records to tell the story of the Wright brothers as men of incredible character and determination along the road towards their significant contributions to aviation history. The summary parallels the structure of the book which is divided into three parts. The first part explores the period of the boys' childhood through their work on flight testing various models of gliders. The second part picks up with the addition of the engine to the Wright planes and traces the brother's work through the early stages of powered flight, roughly 1903 to 1908. Part three follows the brothers, now globally famous, through the years when they captured the most attention for their accomplishments. A central aspect of this historical account is the development of Orville and Wilbur Wright as individuals who showed fierce determination in the face of relentless setbacks. It also sheds light on their private nature and their deep bond as brothers. McCullough is a two time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for other historical works, Truman and John Adams. He also won the National Book Award twice and is a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. His educational background includes a degree in English Literature from Yale University. He is also a well-known narrator, as well as previous host of American Experience. Read more.... Download your copy today! for a limited time discount of only $2.99! Available on PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device. (c) 2015 All Rights Reserved

58 pages, Paperback

First published June 28, 2015

Reviews

[Adam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely well written, researched and presented. the thing that amazed me the most was his much the brothers actually understood about aeronautics. it wasn't an accident, it was scientific exploration.

[Doris Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

very enlightening

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it. What an incredible story which really tells itself. One of the greatest events in human history by two remarkable individuals. My personal philosophy is it's what you do with what you've got and that could not be more true of the Wright brothers. I think it would make a great movie. Perfect for the History channel.
When I reached the part where they finally make their breakthrough flight that's when I couldn't stop reading and finished it last night. Cried at the end.

[Delia Fidler · Rating 5 out of 5]

To the point!

At book club others read the complete version yet I knew enough to fully participate. I now know more about the Wright Brothers than I'd ever known by reading this interesting and informative synopsis.