Charles Lindbergh: Groundbreaking Aviator

by Rebecca Rowell

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
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