A Man among Mavericks Lester Brain: Australia's Greatest Aviator |
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| Author:
| Cadigan, Neil |
| Narrated by:
| Baldwin, David |
| ISBN: | 978-1-74212-611-1 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2010 |
| Publisher: | Louis Braille Audio
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| Book Format: | CD-Audio |
| List Price: | AUD $37.95 |
Book Description:
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Like most of us, author Neil Cadigan had never heard of Lester Brain when he stumbled upon this little-known aviator while lunching with a mate who was friends with Lester Brain's son, Robert. Starting with nothing but a long-forgotten transcript of an interview with Brain, Cadigan set off on an astonishing journey, retracing flights across the unpredictable terrain of Australia. He discovered a man whose amazing flying adventures read like a boy's own annual as Brain was always ready...
More DescriptionLike most of us, author Neil Cadigan had never heard of Lester Brain when he stumbled upon this little-known aviator while lunching with a mate who was friends with Lester Brain's son, Robert. Starting with nothing but a long-forgotten transcript of an interview with Brain, Cadigan set off on an astonishing journey, retracing flights across the unpredictable terrain of Australia. He discovered a man whose amazing flying adventures read like a boy's own annual as Brain was always ready to take up a challenge and combine work with his love of flying. In 1929 he was rated the best aviator in Australia. This inspiring story of adventure, passion and the thrill of following a dream illuminates the life of one of Australia's true quiet achievers.