Kelly : More Than My Share of It All by Clarence L. Johnson (1989, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSmithsonian Institution Scholarly Press
ISBN-100874744911
ISBN-139780874744910
eBay Product ID (ePID)366183
Product Key Features
Book TitleKelly : more than My Share of It All
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary Science, United States / 20th Century, Aviation / History, General, History
Publication Year1989
IllustratorYes
FeaturesReprint
GenreTransportation, Technology & Engineering, Biography & Autobiography, History
AuthorClarence L. Johnson
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight11 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN84-600316
Dewey Edition20
Reviews"Reads like the autobiography of the American dream. . . . Highly recommended."Library Journal "The highly objective autobiography of one of the real giants of the aerospace world, . . . written so clearly that the average person cannot only understand it but gets caught up in it."Aerospace Historian "What makes this book so valuable is Mr. Johnson's exposition of the mind-set to find the simplest, least expensive fix to each technological problem. . . . Recommended for all harried technologists and defense planners, it will encourage one's faith that a better way is possible."H. Lawrence Elman,National Defense, "Reads like the autobiography of the American dream. . . A readable collection of the people and influences that touched his life and remarkable career. Highly recommended."- Library Journal "The highly objective autobiography of one of the real giants of the aerospace world, . . . written so clearly that the average person cannot only understand it but gets caught up in it."- Aerospace Historian "Fast-paced, very readable, and technically interesting. It covers a fifty-year span of American aviation without being a history book. . . What makes this book so valuable is Mr. Johnson's exposition of the mind-set to find the simplest, least expensive fix to each technological problem. . . . Recommended for all harried technologists and defense planners, it will encourage one's faith that a better way is possible."-H. Lawrence Elman, National Defense "A good look at a fascinating man who has led, and who continues to lead, a perfectly charmed life."- Air Force From the Trade Paperback edition., "Reads like the autobiography of the American dream. . . A readable collection of the people and influences that touched his life and remarkable career. Highly recommended."- Library Journal "The highly objective autobiography of one of the real giants of the aerospace world, . . . written so clearly that the average person cannot only understand it but gets caught up in it."- Aerospace Historian "Fast-paced, very readable, and technically interesting. It covers a fifty-year span of American aviation without being a history book. . . What makes this book so valuable is Mr. Johnson's exposition of the mind-set to find the simplest, least expensive fix to each technological problem. . . . Recommended for all harried technologists and defense planners, it will encourage one's faith that a better way is possible."-H. Lawrence Elman, National Defense "A good look at a fascinating man who has led, and who continues to lead, a perfectly charmed life."- Air Force, "Reads like the autobiography of the American dream. . . . Highly recommended."- Library Journal "The highly objective autobiography of one of the real giants of the aerospace world, . . . written so clearly that the average person cannot only understand it but gets caught up in it."- Aerospace Historian "What makes this book so valuable is Mr. Johnson's exposition of the mind-set to find the simplest, least expensive fix to each technological problem. . . . Recommended for all harried technologists and defense planners, it will encourage one's faith that a better way is possible."-H. Lawrence Elman, National Defense
Dewey Decimal629.130092
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisClarence L. "Kelly" Johnson led the design of such crucial aircraft as the P-38 and Constellation, but he will be more remembered for the U-2 and SR-71 spy planes. His extraordinary leadership of the Lockheed "Skunk Works" cemented his reputation as a legendary figure in American aerospace management.
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- 05 Oct, 2021
He did it all with great support from this country and the people who worked for him
Good read about one this country’s great engineers. He was here to keep this country great and safe from our enemies.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 Mar, 2018
very good book.........
this is good reading ,the design problems etc. of early and late aviation. I am enjoying it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Jul, 2017
Kelly
Hard to put down; a must read for all aviation buffs! A GREAT addition to my bookshelf !!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Jun, 2024
A very welcome gift. Most appreciated. White Wolf.
A very welcome gift. Most appreciated. White Wolf.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Nov, 2015
Good service
Product was in very good condition, and got it right on time.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Dec, 2020
Explains his life.
Great reading for an aeronautical enthusiast.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
