"It all began high on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River in her grandmother's large and wonderful house in Atchison, Kansas. This is where Amelia Earhart was born on July 24, 1897..."(from the first line)
An illuminating collection of archival photos along with a detailed narrative biography make up this inspiring visual account of Amelia Earhart's life and times. 1997 marks both the 60th anniversary of Amelia Earhart's final flight and the 100th anniversary of her birth. 60 b&w photos & maps.
Annotation: This photobiography of the famous aviator traces her life from childhood through her mysterious disappearance in 1937 while attempting to circumnavigate the world. It includes many quotes from Earhart herself. Illustrated with b&w photographs and maps.
Praise
San Francisco Chronicle Book Review "...makes the story accessible to young readers with a strong but simple text and stunning photographs that will draw adult readers as well." - Beverly Gherman 12/14/1997
