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    First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas
    First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas
    First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas
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    First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas

    By Brian Bigelow

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    Have you wondered what the first glider flight was like? It happened in 875 A.D. and Abbas Ibn Firnas was the one who accomplished the feat.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBrian Bigelow
    Release dateJun 26, 2014
    ISBN9781310220494
    First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas
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    Brian Bigelow

    Author Brian Bigelow is originally from Minnesota and currently lives in Colorado with his wife Brandy. He is an American author of contemporary horror, suspense, and fantasy and has for over 30 years also written poetry which has been published worldwide. His most recent release is the classic fantasy novel, “Beyond Realms.” 2nd place winner in Erika Szabo's short story competition. On Twitter: @brianbigelow

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      First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas - Brian Bigelow

      First Flight of Abbas Ibn Firnas by Brian Bigelow

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