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Description
This book profiles the childhood, education, interest in aviation, fame, tragedy, and controversy surrounding the first man to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Quick Summary
The book profiles Charles Lindbergh from his childhood and education through his groundbreaking 1927 solo transatlantic flight, his subsequent fame, personal tragedy involving his son's kidnapping, and the controversy surrounding his later political views. It covers themes of innovation in early aviation, the price of celebrity, family loss, and the complex legacy of an American icon who faced public scrutiny for his isolationist stance before World War II. If your kid likes other biography collections about pioneering Americans like those in the "Who Was?" series, they'll appreciate this deeper dive into one of the twentieth century's most famous figures. This book is ideal for middle and high school students in grades 9-12 who are interested in aviation history and want to explore the multifaceted story of an American icon.