Around the World in Ten Days(Paperback, Chelsea Curtis Fraser)
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The book was published at a time when aviation was still in its early stages, and it was considered to be a very daring and ambitious undertaking. The novel was a popular success, and it helped to fuel public interest in aviation.The story begins with Jackson and Barlow in New York City, where they are preparing for their around-the-world flight. They have a specially designed airplane, the "Eagle," which they believe is capable of making the trip in the allotted time. However, they soon face a number of challenges, including bad weather, mechanical problems, and sabotage.Despite the setbacks, Jackson and Barlow are determined to succeed. They press on, flying over some of the most remote and dangerous parts of the world. Along the way, they encounter a variety of interesting characters, including a beautiful Frenchwoman, a group of bandits, and a wise old Chinese sage.In the end, Jackson and Barlow berhasil menyelesaikan penerbangan mereka dalam waktu kurang dari 10 hari. Mereka menjadi pahlawan internasional, dan kisah mereka menginspirasi orang lain untuk mengejar mimpi mereka sendiri.