They were not afraid to cross oceans in search of new lands, resorted to risky adventures, were the first to conquer airspace and even went into outer space. Record-breakers, pioneers - energetic desperadoes who move the world forward - this is what a stellar company is gathered in this extremely vividly illustrated book. The reader will meet brave female pirates, outstanding athletes, sharp shooters and even incredible schemers who cunningly influenced the course of history. Some achievements are not just impressive - they inspire records no worse than those depicted on the pages of this book