The Aviator's Wife: A Novel by Melanie Benjamin (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Aviator's Wife by Melanie Benjamin Includes a readers guide and an excerpt from the authors Alice I have been. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description New York Times bestseller! In the spirit of The Paris Wife and Loving Frank, acclaimed novelist Melanie Benjamins (Alice I Have Been, The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb) soaring triumph of a novel, which pulls back the curtain on the marriage of one of Americas most extraordinary couples, is now available in paperback.In the spirit of Loving Frank and The Paris Wife, acclaimed novelist Melanie Benjamin pulls back the curtain on the marriage of one of Americas most extraordinary couples- Charles Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh."The history is exhilarating. . . .The Aviators Wife soars."-USA TodayNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERWhen Anne Morrow, a shy college senior with hidden literary aspirations, travels to Mexico City to spend Christmas with her family, she meets Colonel Charles Lindbergh, fresh off his celebrated 1927 solo flight across the Atlantic. Enthralled by Charless assurance and fame, Anne is certain the aviator has scarcely noticed her. But she is wrong. Charles sees in Anne a kindred spirit, a fellow adventurer, and her world will be changed forever. The two marry in a headline-making wedding. In the years that follow, Anne becomes the first licensed female glider pilot in the United States. But despite this and other major achievements, she is viewed merely as the aviators wife. The fairy-tale life she once longed for will bring heartbreak and hardships, ultimately pushing her to reconcile her need for love and her desire for independence, and to embrace, at last, lifes infinite possibilities for change and happiness.Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Readers Circle for author chats and more.Praise for The Aviators Wife"Remarkable . . . The Aviators Wife succeeds in putting the reader inside Anne Lindberghs life with her famous husband."-The Denver Post"Anne Morrow Lindbergh narrates the story of the Lindberghs troubled marriage in all its triumph and tragedy."-USA Today" This novel will fascinate history buffs and surprise those who know of her only as the aviators wife. "-People"Its hard to quit reading this intimate historical fiction."-The Dallas Morning News"Fictional biography at its finest."-Booklist (starred review)"Utterly unforgettable."-Publishers Weekly (starred review)"An intimate examination of the life and emotional mettle of Anne Morrow."-The Washington Post"A story of both triumph and pain that will take your breath away."-Kate Alcott, author of The Dressmaker Notes Blends historical events with a deeply human story to create a truly beautiful novel. Author Biography Melanie Benjamin is the New York Times bestselling author of The Childrens Blizzard, Mistress of the Ritz, The Girls in the Picture, The Swans of Fifth Avenue, The Aviators Wife, The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb, and Alice I Have Been. Benjamin lives in Chicago, Illinois, where she is at work on her next historical novel. Review "The history is exhilarating. . . . The Aviators Wife soars. . . . Anne Morrow Lindbergh narrates the story of the Lindberghs troubled marriage in all its triumph and tragedy."—USA Today"Remarkable . . . The Aviators Wife succeeds [in] putting the reader inside Anne Lindberghs life with her famous husband."—The Denver Post"[This novel] will fascinate history buffs and surprise those who know of her only as the aviators wife. "—People "Its hard to quit reading this intimate historical fiction."—The Dallas Morning News "Fictional biography at its finest."—Booklist (starred review)"Utterly unforgettable."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) "An intimate examination of the life and emotional mettle of Anne Morrow."—The Washington Post"A story of both triumph and pain that will take your breath away."—Kate Alcott, author of The Dressmaker "Melanie Benjamin inhabits Anne Morrow Lindbergh completely, freeing her from the shadows of her husbands stratospheric fame."—Isabel Wolff, author of A Vintage Affair Promotional In the spirit of Loving Frank and The Paris Wife, acclaimed novelist Melanie Benjamin pulls back the curtain on the marriage of one of America s most extraordinary couples- Charles Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh. Review Quote "The history is exhilarating. . . . Promotional "Headline" " In the spirit of Loving Frank and The Paris Wife, acclaimed novelist Melanie Benjamin pulls back the curtain on the marriage of one of America s most extraordinary couples- Charles Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh. " Discussion Question for Reading Group Guide 1. The epigraph for this novel is from Antoine de Saint-Exup Excerpt from Book Benjamin / THE AVIATORS WIFE chapter 1 December 1927 Down to earth. I repeated the phrase to myself, whispering it in wonder. Down to earth. What a plodding expression, really, when you considered it-- Details ISBN0345528689 Author Melanie Benjamin Pages 448 Publisher Random House USA Inc Year 2013 ISBN-10 0345528689 ISBN-13 9780345528681 Format Paperback Imprint Bantam Dell Publishing Group, Div of Random House, Inc Subtitle A Novel Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Media Book DEWEY 813.6 Short Title AVIATORS WIFE Language English UK Release Date 2013-11-26 Publication Date 2013-11-26 AU Release Date 2013-11-26 NZ Release Date 2013-11-26 US Release Date 2013-11-26 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139340133;

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