Reach for the Skies: Ballooning, Birdmen and Blasting into Space

Richard Branson

History

Branson chronicles the pioneering history of aviation and flight, profiling visionary aviators and adventurers from the Wright brothers to lesser-known trailblazers like Tony Jannus, who operated the first scheduled commercial flight in 1914. He weaves in personal anecdotes alongside accounts of record-breaking achievements, dramatic rescues, and survival stories. The book also covers developments in contemporary space exploration, including his own ventures.