When Giants Ruled the Sky

In "When Giants Ruled the Sky," John J. Geoghegan uncovers the intriguing and often misunderstood history of airships, focusing on the USS Macon (ZRS-5), the largest and most advanced airship of its time. The narrative highlights the remarkable achievements of the four men behind her creation and the airship's potential to revolutionize long-distance travel before it faced setbacks due to disaster and political challenges. This account sheds light on an era when airships almost overtook planes, trains, and ocean liners as the leading mode of transportation.