Eddie Rickenbacker: Boy Pilot and Racer (Young Patriots) - Hardcover

Sisson, Kathryn Cleven

 
9781882859122: Eddie Rickenbacker: Boy Pilot and Racer (Young Patriots)

Synopsis

America&;s World War I flying ace, winner of the Medal of Honor, and racecar driver Eddie Rickenbacker&;s first attempt at flight was riding his bicycle off the roof while holding an umbrella. Young Eddie, whose parents were Swiss immigrants, grew up in the Midwest in the early 20th century, worked hard to help support his family, but found time to build a &;pushmobile,&; experience a thrilling ride in a &;horseless carriage,&; and come face-to-face with a moving train. Young readers will gasp as he rides a runaway mining cart that jumps the tracks and cheer at Eddie&;s first auto racing victory. Included are fun facts about Eddie Rickenbacker's life and the America he grew up in.

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About the Authors

Kathryn Cleven Sisson was the author of Eddie Rickenbacker and Famous American Patriots for Young People, which won the Dolley Madison Award from the Sons of the American Revolution. Cathy Morrison is the illustrator of Ignacio's Chair. She lives in Littleton, Colorado.

Cathy Morrison is the illustrator for all the books in the Young Patriots series. She lives in Littleton, Colorado.

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