Skyward
The Story of Female Pilots in WW2
Will be published approx. on 1. June 2018
Book
Hardback
88 pages
978-1-911171-51-5 (ISBN)
Description
The year is 1927, and in America, Britain and Russia, three young girls share a dream: to fly. But it won't be easy...
Against the odds, Hazel, Marlene and Lilya follow their hearts, enrolling in pilot courses (sometimes in secret) and eventually flying for their countries in World War II. Follow the adventures of these young women as they battle not only enemies in the
skies but sexism and inequality in their own teams. Risking their lives countless times in feats of incredible bravery, the female air pilots of the Second World War are honoured in this beautiful book, illustrated in Sally Deng's raw, dynamic style.
Against the odds, Hazel, Marlene and Lilya follow their hearts, enrolling in pilot courses (sometimes in secret) and eventually flying for their countries in World War II. Follow the adventures of these young women as they battle not only enemies in the
skies but sexism and inequality in their own teams. Risking their lives countless times in feats of incredible bravery, the female air pilots of the Second World War are honoured in this beautiful book, illustrated in Sally Deng's raw, dynamic style.
Reviews / Votes
An inspiring and heartwarming story of the close bonds pioneer female pilots formed with each other at a pivotal moment in history. Brilliant. -- BookTrust Wonderfully illustrated -- Imagining History I have discovered so much about WW2 female pilots and their challenges. Written and illustrated beautifully. * MrsAthertonQP on Twitter *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 11 years
Dimensions
Height: 305 mm
Width: 245 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-911171-51-5 (9781911171515)
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Schweitzer Classification