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Flying ultralight aircraft, or powered parachutes, the authors--both are professional photographers--ventured into the skies over 50 locations throughout the US, capturing the sights and scenery in excellent photographs, reproduced here in full-page plates in an oversized format (12.5x9.25"). Sights include many scenic and historic places in Kentucky, a Shuttle liftoff in Florida, the field used by the Wright brothers, the biosphere in Arizona, and many national parks, including Acadia, in Maine. Each series of photos is accompanied by a description of the site and its history, as well as notes of the author's experience there. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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In America From 500 Feet II you will travel along with Bill Fortney and Mark Kettenhofen as we re-discover the essential iconic America. From coast to coast, majestic mountains to desolate deserts, the unusual to the historically significant, you will once again fall in love with our country! Bill and Mark, world-class photographers, flew ultra light aircraft (powered parachutes) in more than fifty locations nation-wide to vividly capture through top quality photos the unique and diverse beauty of America. In each exciting chapter you will learn the compelling story behind the full-color images while you smile, laugh, and cry as you are touched by the great stories that make up our American dream. America is more than beautiful lands and bustling cities, it’s the story of how we became the great country we’ve become. Throughout the book you will share our spirit of exploration, kindness, and sacrifice that is the essence of America. Come and join us on this unique and wondrous journey!
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