The Oxford Aeronaut — Jane Browne

Based on the true adventures of artisan James Sadler. In 1783 the Montgolfier brothers send Europe wild with their newly invented hot air balloon. Within a year of the first manned ascent, James embarks upon a thrilling career as an Aeronaut, designing, making and flying his own rigs. But his innovations pitch him against envious, powerful men determined to ruin him. James risks his life, the loss of his beloved family and financial ruin in pursuing his dream at the edge of 18th century science.