Howard Hughes Biography
audiobook (Unabridged) ∣ The Visionary Genius Who Revolutionized Aviation and Hollywood
By Nicholas Hunter
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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Billionaire. Aviator. Filmmaker. Recluse. Howard Hughes Biography: The Visionary Genius Who Revolutionized Aviation and Hollywood dives deep into the extraordinary life of one of the most brilliant—and enigmatic—figures of the 20th century.
From breaking aviation records to producing blockbuster films, Hughes lived life on a scale few could imagine. As a young man, he inherited a fortune and quickly set out to leave his own mark on the world. In Hollywood, he pushed boundaries with bold, innovative films like Hell's Angels and The Outlaw. In the skies, he shattered speed records, designed revolutionary aircraft, and reshaped the future of flight through Hughes Aircraft Company.
But behind the fame and fortune was a man increasingly haunted by inner demons. This audiobook explores Hughes' descent into obsessive-compulsive disorder, his notorious reclusiveness, and the empire he built—and tightly controlled—from the shadows.
With riveting storytelling and rich historical insight, Howard Hughes Biography: The Visionary Genius Who Revolutionized Aviation and Hollywood reveals the man behind the myth: a restless innovator driven by ambition, genius, and a desire to outpace the limits of his time.
Perfect for fans of biography, aviation history, and old Hollywood drama, this is the definitive portrait of a true American original.