The Flying Feminist

A non-fiction picture book that tells the inspirational story of Anglo-Irish aviation pioneer Lilian Bland.

Before Amelia Earhart took to the skies, Lilian Bland designed, built and flew her very own aeroplane, and was given the nickname in the press: The Flying Feminist! Read the inspirational story of a woman who changed the world.
At a time when women were expected to conform, Lilian Bland didn’t fit in – she wore trousers, enjoyed fishing and worked as a sports journalist. Inspired by the flight of the wild birds she loved to photograph, in 1910 she defied convention and became the first woman to design, build and fly her own aeroplane.
Perfect for budding feminists and adventurers, this narrative non-fiction picture book will inspire children aged 5-9 to pursue their passions and achieve great things. Soar on!