The Oxford Aeronaut Part 1: From Cooking to Chemistry (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781530817184)

Part 1 of 2. Heavily researched biographical novel - the life, loves & adventures of cook & pioneer of flight, James Sadler of Oxford (1753 - 1828).

James' dilemmas are surprisingly modern. He struggles to balance a dangerous ambition with looming poverty and a need to work in the family cooking business. In an age of technology with thrilling possibilities, nevertheless artisans are kept down by a powerful establishment, determined to cling to power. James' beloved, Mary Vane, knows of his boyhood dream of flight and is reassured that lack of money ensures he keeps both feet on the ground. A chance meeting with eccentric Dr George Fordyce brings a thrilling opportunity. James must choose between the security of his long-held love and a lengthy separation not guaranteed to bring success.

There is a screen version of this novel: Dan Vichente, 'King of Ballooning' https: //www.amazon.co.uk/King-Ballooning-version-August-2017/dp/1975939514.

Author: Jane Browne
ISBN-10: 1530817188
ISBN-13: 9781530817184
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 04/16/2016
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.56d