Amelia: An Illustrated Centennial Biography

by Donald M . Goldstein (Author), KatherineV.Dillon (Author)

New
Paperback
1999
$23.54

This intimate biography describes a compelling young woman who rejected society's traditional female role and how she overcame the stigma such independence brought her. Amelia Earhart inspired many to reach for the skies. Her indefatigable spirit was, and still is, an inspiration.

Synopsis

This intimate biography describes a compelling young woman who rejected society's traditional female role and how she overcame the stigma such independence brought her. Amelia Earhart inspired many to reach for the skies. Her indefatigable spirit was, and still is, an inspiration.

$23.54

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 352
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Brassey's US
Published: 01 May 1999
ISBN 10: 157488199X
ISBN 13: 9781574881998

Media Reviews

Earhart's story soars again. . . . Most compelling is the portrayal of Earhart as traiblazer, a woman who confronted expectations of her time and shattered them.
Presents an altogether different point of view on the oft-told tale of Amelia Earhart and shows her in a most attractive and human way.
A vivid portrait of a fascinating person who had a personality so captivating, who was so glad to be alive, and so dedicated to her chosen field that her reputation as a loyal, entertaining, and inspirational woman endures to this day.
Presents an altogether different point of view . . . of Amelia Earhart and shows her in a most attractive and human way.
A vivid portrait of a fascinating person who had a personality so captivating, who was so glad to be alive, and so dedicated to her chosen field that her reputation as a loyal, entertaining, and inspirational woman endures to this day.