J. S. Zerbe 
Aeroplanes [EPUB ebook] 

First published in 1915, from Every Boy’s Mechanical Library. 'This work is not intended to set forth the exploits of aviators nor to give a history of the Art. It is a book of instructions intended to point out the theories of flying, as given by the pioneers, the practical application of power to the various
flying structures; how they are built, the different methods of controlling them; the advantages and disadvantages of the types now in use; and suggestions as to the directions in which improvements are required.’