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The Rarified Air of the Modern

Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

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The Rarified Air of the Modern

Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

From the moment news reached Peru in 1910 that Jorge Chávez Dartnell, a pilot of Peruvian parentage, had become the first man to fly across the Alps, aviation fired the imagination of the masses in his home country. His and other Peruvian pilots' achievements generated great optimism that this technology could lift Peru out of its self-perceived backwardness and transform it into a modern nation. Though poor infrastructure, economic woes, a dearth of technical expertise, and frequent pilot deaths slowed Peru's domestic aviation project, diverse groups saw in airplanes their own visions for Peruvian renewal. In this book, Willie Hiatt shows how politicians, businessmen, and military officials promoted the project as critical to the nation. At the same time, indigenous communities and provincial residents willingly gave up land for airfields, raised money to purchase aircraft for the military, named airplanes after sponsoring civic groups, towns, and regions, and breached police cordons at flying exhibitions to get close-up looks at planes and pilots. By 1928, three commercial lines were transporting passengers and goods from far-flung regions of the Amazon, highlands, and coast to Lima and beyond. Tracing the development of Peruvian aviation from heroic individual feats to essential infrastructure, The Rarified Air of the Modern shows how Peruvians mobilized airplanes to reflect their technological progress, their modern identity, and their nation's intertwining with the history of the West.

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249

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Oxford University Press

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ISBN 10

0190248920

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9780190248925

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Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid

By: Willie Mays,John Shea

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Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid

By: Willie Mays,John Shea

The uplifting New York Times bestseller by the legendary Willie Mays: “Will remind fans of why we love baseball so much.” —The New York Times In this “mix of memoir, self-help, and baseball history” (Booklist), Willie Mays shares the inspirations and influences responsible for guiding him on and off the field. Widely regarded as the greatest all-around player in history because of his unparalleled hitting, defense, and baserunning, the beloved Hall of Famer recounts his lifetime of experience meeting challenges with positivity, integrity, and triumph. Presented in 24 chapters to correspond with his universally recognized uniform number, Willie’s memoir provides more than the story of his major-league career. It tells of a man who values family and community, engages in charitable causes—especially those that help children—and follows a philosophy that encourages hope, hard work, and the pursuit of dreams. “Baseball fans of all ages and anyone seeking inspiration will enjoy memories and motivation shared in a warm, joyous manner by the irrepressible Say Hey Kid.”—Library Journal (starred review) “A salute to what the game used to be . . . back when it was a game played for the love of it, by guys who still lived in the neighborhood.” —New York Daily News Includes photos and a foreword by Bob Costas “I was very lucky when I was a child. My family took care of me and made sure I was in early at night. I didn’t get in trouble. My father made sure that I didn’t do the wrong thing. I’ve always had a special place in my heart for children and their well-being, and John Shea and I got the idea that we should do something for the kids and the fathers and the mothers, and that’s why this book is being published. We want to reach out to all generations and backgrounds. Hopefully, these stories and lessons will inspire people in a positive way.” —Willie Mays “It’s because of giants like Willie that someone like me could even think about running for president.” —Barack Obama

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261

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Macmillan + ORM

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1250230438

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9781250230430

It's a Long Story

My Life

By: Willie Nelson

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It's a Long Story

My Life

By: Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson shares his life story in this "heartfelt" bestselling memoir of true love, wild times, best friends, and barrooms (Washington Post). "Unvarnished. Funny. Leaving no stone unturned." . . . So say the publishers about this book I've written. What I say is that this is the story of my life, told as clear as a Texas sky and in the same rhythm that I lived it. It's a story of restlessness and the purity of the moment and living right. Of my childhood in Abbott, Texas, to the Pacific Northwest, from Nashville to Hawaii and all the way back again. Of selling vacuum cleaners and encyclopedias while hosting radio shows and writing song after song, hoping to strike gold. It's a story of true love, wild times, best friends, and barrooms, with a musical sound track ripping right through it. My life gets lived on the road, at home, and on the road again, tried and true, and I've written it all down from my heart to yours. Signed, Willie Nelson.

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342

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Little, Brown

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0316403563

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9780316403566

The Rarified Air of the Modern

Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

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Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

This study examines technology, modern identity, and history-making in Peru by telling the story of the surprising success of Peruvian pilots in European aviation competitions in 1910, and how their achievements generated great optimism that this new technology could lift the country out of its self-perceived backwardness.

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0190248939

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9780190248932

The Rarified Air of the Modern

Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

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Airplanes and Technological Modernity in the Andes

By: Willie Hiatt

This book examines technology, modern identity, and history-making in Peru through the country's relationship with aviation.

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Oxford University Press

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0190248904

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Willie Doherty

Traces

By: Willie Doherty

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Traces

By: Willie Doherty

Exhibition catalog to accompany same titled exhibit of Willie Doherty's work at the Speed Art Museum.

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0961227680

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9780961227685

My Two Oxfords

By: Willie Morris,David Rae Morris,JoAnne Prichard Morris

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My Two Oxfords

By: Willie Morris,David Rae Morris,JoAnne Prichard Morris

My two Oxfords' first appeared in Homecomings, published by University Press of Mississippi in 1989"--T.p. verso.

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Univ. Press of Mississippi

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1604735708

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9781604735703

Willie Doherty: False Memory 31 October 2002 - 2 March 2003 Exhibition Guide

Irish Museum of Modern Art

By: Caoimhín Mac Giolla Léith,Willie Doherty,Irish Museum of Modern Art (Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland)

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Willie Doherty: False Memory 31 October 2002 - 2 March 2003 Exhibition Guide

Irish Museum of Modern Art

By: Caoimhín Mac Giolla Léith,Willie Doherty,Irish Museum of Modern Art (Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland)

This is a Leaflet/Guide To Accompany Exhibition, 'Willie Doherty False Memory', At The Irish Museum Of Modern Art. The Exhibition Marks The First Substantial Overview Of His Work In Ireland.

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1903811139

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9781903811139

The Winds of Destiny

By: Willie Tee

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The Winds of Destiny

By: Willie Tee

The hint of a dark secret hangs over the picturesque farm where the trucker was reared. The story cleverly portrays what the secret is and afterwards provides the readers with clues that further confirm the identity of the storya

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150

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AuthorHouse

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0759627916

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9780759627918

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The Rarified Air of the Modern

The Rarified Air of the Modern

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It's a Long Story

It's a Long Story

The Rarified Air of the Modern

The Rarified Air of the Modern

The Rarified Air of the Modern

The Rarified Air of the Modern

Willie Doherty

Willie Doherty

My Two Oxfords

My Two Oxfords

Willie Doherty: False Memory 31 October 2002 - 2 March 2003 Exhibition Guide

Willie Doherty: False Memory 31 October 2002 - 2 March 2003 Exhibition Guide

The Winds of Destiny

The Winds of Destiny

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