Smith, Constance Babington
Amy Johnson
- ISBN 13:
- 9781838440923
- author:
- Smith, Constance Babington
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Daredevil
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 388
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Biography, Women, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Amy Johnson's remarkable life was thrust into the spotlight after her solo flight to Australia in 1930. Exhausted and ill-prepared, she became an overnight sensation, captivating the public with her trailblazing achievements. Yet, behind the familiar image of this enigmatic heroine lay a complicated and often unhappy private life. Constance Babington Smith's biography offers a compelling portrait of Amy Johnson's extraordinary life, recreating the drama and excitement of her long-distance flights while also exploring the personal struggles that shaped her story. This new edition includes a rich selection of photographs that bring to life the twists and turns of her fascinating life. A new foreword by modern pioneering aviator Tracey Curtis-Taylor and an afterword by Jane Priston add depth and context to Amy Johnson's remarkable story, making this biography a valuable resource for anyone interested in her life and legacy.
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