Books Like Shadow in the Clouds
Families who loved Shadow in the Clouds by Douglas Botting often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Shadow in the Clouds by Douglas Botting often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the idea that big dreams and hard work do not always lead to success, or when they are fascinated by the intersection of engineering and history. This narrative explores the rise and fall of the British airship program, detailing the immense effort put into creating these 'sky giants' and the sobering reality of the disasters that ended the era. It speaks to themes of human ambition, the weight of national pride, and the grief that follows public failure. While it is an educational history book, it provides a gentle way to discuss the risks involved in innovation and how we remember the people who took those risks. It is ideal for middle schoolers who appreciate technical detail but are ready for more mature discussions about historical tragedy.
