Synopses & Reviews
Flying was a dangerous pursuit in 1912, and many would-be pilots were killed. But Katherine Stinson was determined to fly. Because she was a woman, she constantly had to prove herself. Defying expectations, she quickly became a pioneer of the skies. This long-overdue book features stunning photographs of Stinson, who racked up many "firsts"--first precision flyer, first to do preflight inspections, and first to fly solo at night. She also invented night skywriting, amazed audiences In Japan and China, and, with her family, established a flight school and assembled and sold high-quality aircraft. A moving and inspiring story for young people, Stinson's life is of interest to adults as well, and the book is beautiful enough to display. Author Debra Winegarten lives in Austin, Texas.