The book, signed by the likes of amelia earhart, sat forgotten in a storage trunk for at least 50 years. Putnams barnumesque title for earharts first book, published in 1928, was 20 hrs. The pages are clean with some discoloration to the endpapers. The fun of it by amelia earhart, first edition abebooks.
Amelia earhart 57 books meet your next favorite book. For the amelia earhart fans out there this author did a great job. Learn more about the stunning life lead by the, amelia earhart. Inscribed by the author on the half title page, to mr. Amelia earharts accomplishments above the clouds made her a worldwide icon, but she was also a savvy businesswoman. In 1935, earhart became a visiting professor at purdue university at the invitation of purdue president edward elliott, an advocate of higher education for women, especially. White with thanks for their kindness amelia earhart. Never interrupt someone doing what you said couldnt be done. Learning to read childrens books preschool kindergarten first grade set lot 60. More information about this seller contact this seller 16. The search for amelia earhart signed hardcover 1966. First edition of earharts account of her childhood, her fascination with aviation, and her life through her 1932 flight across the. Amelia earhart july 24, 18971937 amelia mary earhart was an aviation pioneer who became the first woman to fly solo across the atlantic. Book, amelia earhart, the fun of it national air and.
The american girl, first across the atlantic by air, tells her. Earhart on front blank flyleaf, 314p, hardcover, 5. May 24, 2019 aviatrix amelia earhart did more than just disappear in the pacific she changed history forever, largely through her influence as a successful woman in a maledominated field. This book is bound in the publishers brown cloth and has the rare original 78 rpm silvertone phonograph record recording of her internationally broadcast this extremely scarce dustjacket has light fading to spine and light wear to the spine.
Amelia earhart was the first female pilot to fly alone across the atlantic ocean. Lot detail amelia earhart signed the fun of it first edition with. Our flight in the friendship, second edition published by g. Earhart related autographs, signed photographs, historical documents and manuscripts from the worlds largest collection. This book follows her from childhood to her first flying lessons and onward to her multirecordbreaking career as a pilot. When amelia earhart got her pilots license in 1921, women had been granted the right to vote only one year before, and there was a laundry list of things women werent allowed to do. The search for amelia earhart signed by author by fred. An autograph book containing a cut signature by amelia earhart, inscription below states written at the media womans club. Earhart on front blank flyleaf, 314p, hardcover, 5 34x8. She soloed in 1921, bought her first airplane in 1922, and wasted no time in setting a womens altitude record of 14,000 feet. The mystery of this dusty book, signed by amelia earhart. Jun 27, 2018 an extremely rare document signed by amelia earhart that provides details of her doomed aircraft has surfaced after half a century hidden in an attic.
She was born in atchison, kansas, in the home of her maternal grandfather, alfred gideon otis 18271912, who was a former federal judge, the president of the atchison savings bank and a leading citizen in the town. The mystery of this dusty book, signed by amelia earhart and eleanor roosevelt. Accompanied by the original typed transmittal letter signed by amelia earharts husband, george p. Earhart luggage was sold into the 1990s and featured an amelia earhart luggage key, prompting some people to believe they possessed her personal aircraft or suitcase key. She was the first woman to fly across the atlantic ocean and the pacific ocean and she was a courageous pilot and disappeared during the around the world flight in 1937, no one has seen her since our saw her plane. Earhart was the daughter of samuel edwin stanton earhart 18671930 and amelia amy nee otis. I am amelia earhart by brad meltzer, christopher eliopoulos.
More information about this seller contact this seller 7. Planejunkie amelia earhart with signed first day of issue envelope framed aviation art. In the 30s, earhart became one of the first celebrities to create her own. A list of powerful quotes both by and about amelia earhart. Unfollow amelia earhart autograph to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Amelia earhart signed autographed book page bas beckett loa. The fun of it amelia earhart first edition signed raptis rare books. See all 9 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In addition to being a historic feminist icon, she is. For example, amelia earhart refused to accept no for an answer. We just repurchased it and it is just remarkable how well it stands up in time. Mar 08, 2018 amelia earhart is known for being a pioneer in the field of aviation and the first female pilot to fly across the atlantic in a solo flight. Putnams sons, but has continued to be reprinted in periodic new editions.
Oct 07, 2012 i have my mothers girl scout book signed by amelia earhart when she visited the orlando airport in the 1920s. Aug 29, 2018 amelia earharts accomplishments above the clouds made her a worldwide icon, but she was also a savvy businesswoman. Anyone know the value of a amelia earhart signed photo. A special authors autograph edition of 150 signed and numbered copies. This memoir is the female pilots second book, discussing her personal background. In 1970, a book that was soon widely discredited set forth an allegation that she was amelia earhart. See a full list of amelia earharts accomplishments and highlights. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Mr goerner was an investigative journalist, which i think really makes the book that much better.
Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good. After a plane ride at an air show, amelia earhart decided she would learn to fly. Find amelia earhart autograph from a vast selection of autographs. Fun of it, signed first edition by amelia earhart, 1932 for sale at. Amelia earhart earhart, amelia used books, rare books and new books. Amelia earhart the official licensing website of amelia. In september, 1935 earhart and mantz signed a contract establishing their partnership in a corporation to be known as the earhartmantz flying school. A recently discovered artifact shows the power and influence of lillian wald, who revolutionized social services in. Verso of the frontispiece photo is signed, amelia m earhart by the great aviatrix in black ink. Bolam denied the claim and took legal action against the publisher, resulting in the book being withdrawn. Amelia earhart, fondly known as lady lindy, was an american aviator who mysteriously disappeared in 1937 while trying to circumnavigate the globe from the equator. Amelia earhart earhart signs a copy of her book 20 hrs. Amelia earhart signed document discovered in attic box.
She set many solo flying records and wrote several successful books about her experiences. Autograph book with amelia earhart signature mar, 2020. Amelia earhart took her first flight in california in december 1920, and declared, as soon as i left the ground, i knew i myself had to fly. She is also known for her mysterious 1937 disappearance over the pacific while attempting to circumnavigate the globe from the equator. It is a great read and not so big that you cannot get through it. Fun of it first edition signed amelia earhart bauman. Also included as an autographed letter signed by amelia earhart to the same recipient dated 14 march 1929 to mrs. I have my mothers girl scout book signed by amelia earhart when she visited the orlando airport in the 1920s. The search for amelia earhart signed by author by fred goerner book condition. Doublematted and framed with a sheet music cover honoring earhart. White, thanking her for hosting the pilot while in texas, sending this book, and mentioning that she is. Amelia earhart, in full amelia mary earhart, born july 24, 1897, atchison, kansas, u. Earharts husband and manager, george palmer putnam, saw financial. Sothebys having returned to a ticker tape parade in the us, earhart s newfound fame enabled her to leave her job and focus on flying along with being a national celebrity.
Aug 23, 2019 the book, signed by the likes of amelia earhart, sat forgotten in a storage trunk for at least 50 years. Accompanied by the original typed transmittal letter signed by amelia earhart s husband, george p. How much is an amelia earhart autograph or autographed photo. Amelia earhart and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. It is hard to say, they were produced in great quantities and handed out by amelia at air shows, and booksigning fests. She was an instrumental supporter of the equal rights amendment. Feb 28, 2020 amelia earhart, fondly known as lady lindy, was an american aviator who mysteriously disappeared in 1937 while trying to circumnavigate the globe from the equator. The woman who flew across the atlantic in a bright red vega signs this framed photograph of herself standing in the cockpit. Amelia earhart is arguably one of the most famous pilots to date. Amelia earhart signed document discovered in attic box fox news. Miss earhart has asked me to answer your note, as she herself is too busy to do. Find signed collectible books by amelia earhart 20 hours, 40 min. Last flight by amelia earhart nook book ebook barnes.
Putnams sons, new york london the knickerbocker press. In 1928, she was invited to be the first female to fly across the atlantic, but only as a passenger. Addressed to jean teal of murdock, nebraska, the letter reads. Sothebys having returned to a ticker tape parade in the us, earharts newfound fame enabled her to leave her job and focus on flying along with being a national celebrity. Her second book, the fun of it is a collection of stories of earharts childhood, how she decided to. Aviatrix amelia earhart did more than just disappear in the pacific she changed history forever, largely through her influence as a successful woman in a maledominated field. Typed letter signed amelia earhart the raab collection. The mystery of this dusty book, signed by amelia earhart and. Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to amelia earhart.
This copy is signed by amelia earhart on second front free endpaper. Amelia earhart loved to fly planes, she was born on july 24 1897. Irene craigmile bolam october 1, 1904 july 7, 1982 was a new york city banker and resident of monroe township, middlesex county, new jersey. Pilot amelia earharts feminism should be remembered in. To pay for flight lessons, earhart worked as a telephone company clerk. Rare original photograph boldly signed by recordbreaking aviator amelia earhart. Women couldnt open a bank account without a male relatives signature, serve on a jury in most states, or fight in wars.
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