Kitecraft : and kite tournaments by Charles M. Miller

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Author Miller, Charles M.
LoC No. 14030421
Title Kitecraft : and kite tournaments
Original Publication Peoria: The Manual Arts Press, 1914.
Note Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Carol Brown, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Kitecraft and Kite Tournaments" by Charles M. Miller is a practical guide on kite construction and the organization of kite tournaments written in the early 20th century. The book explores various aspects of kite-making, detailing plans and techniques suitable for both educational and recreational purposes. It aims to promote not only the craft of kite-making but also community engagement through tournaments and shared activities. The opening of the work begins with a dedication to Chris Curnow, the project manager who contributed to its preservation as a digital transcription. It sets the tone of the book, highlighting the significance of kite-making in schools as a means to incorporate more experiential and "life-like" education. Miller introduces the idea that kite-making serves as a valuable tool for engaging boys—especially those who may not respond to traditional teaching methods—while fostering community spirit during annual kite tournaments. The introduction and preface establish a strong focus on creativity, education, and socialization through hands-on activities, indicating that the book will provide a wealth of information on building and flying kites, as well as the cultural aspects surrounding this pastime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Kites
Category Text
EBook-No. 74111
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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