Made on the Isle of Wight is a pictorial celebration of the immense contribution to the aviation, automotive and marine industries that this tiny island has given, from the first hovercraft to boats that held the world water speed record and even the only all-British rocket and satellite into space.
Made on the Isle of Wight is a pictorial celebration of the immense contribution to the aviation, automotive and marine industries that this tiny island has given, from the first hovercraft to boats that held the world water speed record and even the only all-British rocket and satellite into space.
A pictorial celebration of the many Isle of Wight industries and products. The tiny Isle of Wight has made a hugely impressive contribution to both the aviation and shipping industries, characterised from the outset by invention and innovation. The island has spearheaded many notable firsts and broken records, from the first hovercraft to the Thrust II world land speed record car, the boats that held the world water speed record and the first and only all-British rocket and satellite into space. Names such as J.S. White, Saunders-Roe, Britten- Norman and GKN Aerospace resonate around the world. Here local expert author David L. Williams explores the many companies, products, designers, engineers and workforce behind the incredible output of the Isle of Wight. AUTHOR: David L. Williams is a photographer and author, previously responsible for the entire aircraft and hovercraft in-service support operation of Westland Aerospace. Always fascinated by shipping, he spent time working aboard lighthouse tenders and cable layers. He has written over 30 books on shipping and related and lives on the Isle of Wight. SELLING POINTS: . Showcasing the products of inspirational designers and engineers and a highly skilled workforce . Featuring well-known names from Saunders- Roe to GKN . A beautifully illustrated history offering comprehensive general coverage . A strong focus on invention, innovation and record-breaking 25 b/w images
DAVID L. WILLIAMS’s background is in professional industrial photography and technical publications. He was previously responsible for the entire aircraft and hovercraft in-service support operation of Westland Aerospace. He spent time working aboard lighthouse tenders and cable layers and is an Associate of the British Institute of Professional Photographers and member of the World Ship Society. He has written over 30 books on shipping and related subjects, including Great Passenger Ships that Never Were, Made on the Isle of Wight and Cabin Class Rivals for The History Press. He lives on the Isle of Wight.
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