Art&DesignSpring2025

50 | RECENTLY RELEASED ISBN: 978-0-7643-6822-6 Size: 9" x 9" (229 x 229 mm) Pages: 144 Price: $29.99, £27.99, 42.99 CAD Illustrations: 260 color and b/w photos Binding: hardcover BISAC: TRANSPORTATION / Aviation / History Lockheed Constellation A Legends of Flight Illustrated History By Wolfgang Borgmann A concise illustrated history of the Lockheed Constellation, Super Constellation, and Starliner The Lockheed Constellation is the definitive postwar prop airliner. The type was developed during the Second World War by a talented and famous development team, which included Howard Hughes and Kelly Johnson. This book provides a colorful illustrated history of the type. Readers will enjoy several hundred vintage photographs featuring aircraft and airlines from all over the world. There is ample coverage for all three major commercial variants of the aircraft: the Constellation, the Super Constellation, and the Starliner. Wartime service by military versions is also described. She was affectionally named “Mona Lisa of the Skies” by her fans, and the Constellation’s graceful lines were the epitome of elegance and beauty in the “golden age” of air transport. One chapter is dedicated to the special features and extra comforts provided by luxury carriers. Even freighter models and conversions are detailed in their own chapter as well. Wolfgang Borgmann’s enthusiasm for aviation was passed on to him by his parents, who were active in the aviation field. In his early years, he began building up an aviation historical collection that provides numerous rare photos and documents, as well as exciting background information, for his books. Since April 2000, Borgmann has been active as an author and freelance aviation journalist. He lives in Oerlinghausen, Germany. His website is www.aerojournalist.de. ISBN 978-0-7643-6822-6 Better Day Books is an independent publisher of illustrated nonfiction books. We specialize in craft, creativity, how-to, children’s activities, and self-care. Our books marry beautiful design with compelling content to educate and inspire readers. We are proud to work with some of today’s top trending content creators to bring exciting books to market. Follow us @better_day_books