Anne Morrow Lindbergh

School Library Journal

Gr 3-6 Sixty years ago Charles Lindbergh made his historic solo flight across the Atlantic. Perhaps the current events commemorating this event will encourage interest in his wife Anne Morrow, whose life is as exciting and inspirational as his. Their marriage became a partnership of adventurous exploration as well as enduring sorrow from the loss of their kidnapped son and the subsequent trial publicity. Chadwick relates the important details simply and compassionately, including the difficult question of his sympathy with Nazi Germany before World War II. Included are black-and-white photographs of the family throughout the years and maps charting their flights. This shy aspiring writer who, despite her resolve, found herself in love with the young hero and with flying as well is sure to capture the interest of many young readers. Sylvia S. Marantz, Wellington School, Columbus, Ohio