The History and Romance of Air Mail Stamps

"The History and Romance of Air Mail Stamps" by Emil Bruechig is a tale from the early 1900s, chronicling the story of flight through the miniature artworks of air mail stamps. The book pays tribute to the brave men and women who first took to the skies, using stamps as a window into their courageous acts and the world's fascination with them. Beginning with the dreams of early thinkers and the groundbreaking steps in aviation, the narrative paints a picture of how planes evolved in times of both war and calm. The author shines a light on heroes like the Wright brothers and Santos-Dumont, remembering their achievements and weaving their inspiring journeys together with the stamps that honored them.