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What Ended the Golden Age of Airships? The Hindenburg Disaster

A Who HQ Graphic Novel

Part of Who HQ Graphic Novels

Author Chris Kindred, Who HQ
Illustrated by Ru Xu
Hardcover (Graphic Novel - HC)
$13.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Penguin Workshop
5-5/16"W x 7-5/8"H | 11 oz | 48 per carton
On sale Apr 21, 2026 | 64 Pages | 9780593661550
Age 8-12 years | Grades 3-7
Reading Level: Lexile 940L
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Discover how the Hindenburg’s last flight changed the future of flying in this dynamic graphic novel by author Chris Kindred and Edgar- and Ignatz-nominated illustrator Ru Xu.

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

A story of technological innovation, multimedia impact, and human survival, this graphic novel gives readers a glimpse into the luxury experience aboard the Hindenburg before it all comes crashing down. Follow the journeys of cabin boy Werner Franz in the air and reporter Herbert Morrison on the ground as the airship flies toward disaster—ending the era of lighter-than-air travel. This gripping narrative is brought to life by vivid full-color illustrations that will transport readers to this historic day.
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Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
Ru Xu View titles by Ru Xu

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Discover how the Hindenburg’s last flight changed the future of flying in this dynamic graphic novel by author Chris Kindred and Edgar- and Ignatz-nominated illustrator Ru Xu.

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

A story of technological innovation, multimedia impact, and human survival, this graphic novel gives readers a glimpse into the luxury experience aboard the Hindenburg before it all comes crashing down. Follow the journeys of cabin boy Werner Franz in the air and reporter Herbert Morrison on the ground as the airship flies toward disaster—ending the era of lighter-than-air travel. This gripping narrative is brought to life by vivid full-color illustrations that will transport readers to this historic day.

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Chris Kindred View titles by Chris Kindred
Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
Ru Xu View titles by Ru Xu

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