Eddie Rickenbacker, Kathryn Cleven Sisson
Eddie Rickenbacker, Kathryn Cleven Sisson
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Eddie Rickenbacker
Boy Pilot and Racer

Author: Kathryn Cleven Sisson

Narrator: Patrick Lawlor

Unabridged: 1 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/01/2006

Categories: Children's Fiction

Synopsis

Eddie Rickenbacker was a World War I Flying Ace, a Medal of Honor winner, and even a racecar driver. But did you know that his first attempt at flying was to ride his bicycle off the roof of his house while holding an umbrella?

About Kathryn Cleven Sisson

Kathryn Cleven Sisson (1904–2002) was a journalist, publicist, and author of numerous books and articles. Her book, Famous American Patriots for Young People earned her the Dolly Madison Award from the Sons of the American Revolution, and she was a lifelong member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Heidi on January 15, 2018

This is obviously a children's book. My kids (ages 5, 7, and 8) enjoyed it. They liked the stories of Eddie's childhood especially. And they were amazed that he was a real person. I will be looking for more books in this series. It was just long enough to teach my kids, but short enough they didn't......more

Goodreads review by Steven on August 15, 2023

This is a children's book about Eddie Rickenbacker written shortly after he died. It focuses the first half on his childhood and the last half on his racing, flying and survival experiences.......more

Goodreads review by Sally on August 15, 2015

Eddie Rickenbacker was one adventureous guy. He was willing to 'try anything and everything' guy. An inspiration.......more

Goodreads review by Kelly on May 09, 2010

This was another book Christian and I read for Knights of Freedom. Like I said, it was okay.......more

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