Fearless Flyer by Heather Lang
Discover a thrilling moment in history when pioneering aviator Ruth Law attempted to do what no other aviator had done before: fly nonstop from Chicago to New York.On November 19, 1916, at 8:25 a.m., Ruth Law took off on a flight from Chicago to New York City that aviation experts thought was doomed. Sitting at the controls of her small bi-plane, exposed to the elements, Law battled fierce winds and numbing cold. When her engine ran out of fuel, she glided for two miles and landed at Hornell, New York. Even though she fell short of her goal, she had broken the existing cross-country distance record. And with her plane refueled, she got back in the air and headed for New York City where crowds waited to greet her. This story is perfect to share during Women's History Month or anytime during the year!
Heather Lang is the author of the Amelia Bloomer Book List selections The Original Cowgirl: Lucille Mulhall's Wild Adventures and Queen of the Track: Alice Coachman, Olympic High-Jump Champion. She resides in the city of Lexington, Massachusetts. Heather Lang Books can be found at heatherlangbooks.com. Ral Colón has illustrated over thirty books, including Frank McCourt's New York Times bestselling Angela and the Baby Jesus. The American Library Association has honored him with two Pura Belpre Awards. He resides in New York City.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781620916506 |
| ISBN 10 | 1620916509 |
| Title | Fearless Flyer |
| Author | Heather Lang |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Calkins Creek |
| Year published | 2016-03-01 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Prizes | Winner of CCBC Choices 2017, Winner of NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2017 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |