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Overview
Essential Lives introduces the people who have shaped the world, impacted humanity, and changed the course of history.
Biographies, historic events, current debates, and social issues are all an essential part of the curriculum. Readers can meet these research needs with the Essential Library, a well-researched, well-written, and beautifully designed imprint.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781616135164 |
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Publisher: | Abdo Publishing |
Publication date: | 09/01/2010 |
Series: | Essential Lives Series: Set 5 |
Pages: | 112 |
Product dimensions: | 6.20(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d) |
Age Range: | 12 - 17 Years |
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Risky Journey 6
Chapter 2 Young Charles 14
Chapter 3 Dreaming of Flight 24
Chapter 4 Finally, a Pilot 32
Chapter 5 Working as a Flyer 42
Chapter 6 New York to Paris 52
Chapter 7 Life in the Spotlight 60
Chapter 8 Marriage, Family, and Loss 68
Chapter 9 World War II 76
Chapter 10 The Later Years 86
Timeline 96
Essential Facts 100
Additional Resources 102
Glossary 104
Source Notes 106
Index 109
About the Author 112