Description
Product Overview
Head in the Clouds: The Best Stories From 50 Years of Free Flying is a definitive anthology that captures the heart and soul of the free-flying sport. Published by Cross Country International, this premium hardback collection documents the first half-century of hang gliding and paragliding history. Edited by renowned experts Hugh Miller and Andrew Craig, the book curates 50 of the most inspiring, terrifying, and beautiful stories from pilots worldwide. From the early pioneers of the 1970s to modern-day adventurers crossing the Himalayas, this volume is a tribute to humankind's oldest dream of flight.
Key Features
- Curated Anthology: Features 50 distinct stories selected to represent the best writing from the first 50 years of the sport.
- Expert Editorship: Edited by Hugh Miller (Cross Country Magazine editor) and Andrew Craig (former BBC journalist), bringing over 50 years of combined flying experience.
- Diverse Narratives: Covers the full spectrum of free flight, including epic cross-country voyages, survival stories from inside storm clouds, and the pure joy of thermal flight.
- Critical Acclaim: Listed as one of the top 10 outdoor books of 2023 by The Scotsman.
- Premium Quality: Presented in a durable hardback format, making it an ideal collector's item or gift for aviation enthusiasts.
Technical Specifications
- Title: Head in the Clouds
- Publisher: Cross Country International Ltd
- Format: Hardback
- Pages: 320
- Dimensions: 16 x 24 cm
- Weight: 535g
- ISBN: 978-1-7393434-2-2
- Publication Date: 15 September 2023