Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A Fine first Printing of the First Carroll & Graf Edition housed in a dust-jacket of equal value.

Forgotten Eagle tells the story of Wiley Post, one of the most daring and celebrated aviators in American history. A pioneer of aviation, Post made history in the early 1900s when he became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. He was also one of the first pilots to use airplanes for military purposes, flying bombing missions during World War I. Post is also well known for his record-breaking flights in the Spirit of St. Louis, which made him the first person to fly around the world nonstop.

This book is a fascinating look at one of America's most legendary aviators. Sterling and Sterling explore Post's life and achievements in detail, providing readers with a unique and in-depth perspective on one of aviation's most celebrated pioneers.; 8vo; 371 pages.