| In 1927, Charles A. Lindbergh flew his Ryan monoplane, Spirit of St. Louis, from New York to Paris to beocme the first person to cross the Atlantic Ocean in solo flight. This exciting and perilous journey made him an instant hero in the United States and around the world. Now you can share in this adventure and his myriad other accomplishments by coloring 28 detailed illustrations depicting the "Lone Eagle" in many interesting and exciting moments of his career. Join "Lindy" as a beginning pilot in 1920. Thrill to his barn-storming exploits in his Curtiss "Jenny" biplane, as he walks the wings high in the sky. Be dazzled by the view as the Spirit of St. Louis soars high over the Panama Canal on Lindbergh's victory tour of the Americas. These and many more carefully researched, action-packed drawings are accompanied by interesting, informative captions. Paperback, 28 black-and-white illustrations, 2 full-color illustrations on covers, introduction, 32 pages.ISBN:486405672. DOVER |
