Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bordeaux, Henry, 1870-1963

Contributor:

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Sill, Louise Morgan

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Georges Guynemer: Knight of the Air" by Henry Bordeaux is a historical biography written in the early 20th century. The book commemorates the life and exploits of Georges Guynemer, a celebrated French World War I aviator who became a symbol of bravery and heroism in the sky. It chronicles his journey from a fragile childhood to becoming one of the most respected fighter pilots, embodying the ideals of courage and duty. The opening of the biography sets the stage for Guynemer's legacy, explaining the profound impact of his loss on France during the war, as indicated by widespread mourning across the nation. It introduces his character with descriptions of universal admiration he garnered, even from children who viewed him as a modern-day hero akin to historical knights like Roland. Additionally, it highlights his family's background and the nurturing environment that shaped him. The narrative hints at the exciting tales of valor and personal sacrifice that are likely to unfold, as Guynemer emerges not just as a talented aviator but as a beloved national figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-04-04