Lilian Bland

Name: Lilian Bland
Brand: Haley Healey
SKU: 9781772034684
Price: 12.95 CAD
Availability: InStock

An Amazing Aviatrix

SKU: 9781772034684

Haley Healey

$12.95

Paperback / softback Picture book

Hardback Picture book

The amazing life story of Lilian Bland, the first woman ever to design, build, and fly her own airplane, beautifully illustrated to inspire young readers.

Ever since she was a little girl, Lilian Bland (1878–1971) wanted to fly. She loved to watch black gulls soaring through the sky near her England home, and she was fascinated by the mechanics of flight. However, airplanes were still very new when she was growing up, and those who did fly were usually men. Lilian would not give up. When she could not find anyone to teach her to fly, she took matters into her own hands. She designed and built her own plane, and after many tries, she finally got it to fly. This delightful picture book celebrates the life of Lilian Bland, remembered both in England and in her adopted home of Quatsino Sound, on Vancouver Island, for her many achievements—especially her ground-breaking achievements in aviation. Told with beautiful illustrations and a clear, inspiring narrative, Lilian’s story of adventure and creativity is sure to enchant young readers.

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Publication Date:

Oct 03, 2023

Dimensions:

Width: 9.00 in
Height: 9.00 in

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