As famous today as on the day she disappeared over the Pacific Ocean during an around-the-world attempt in 1937, Amelia Earhart continues to spark controversy and conspiracy theories. Every year “clues” and “findings” of her disappearance surface, and the hunt for her intensifies. Theories abound, among them that the Japanese captured and later executed her as an American spy, but the mystery of her life and final flight deepens. Seventy-one years later this beloved celebrity’s reputation remains virtually untarnished. But mention Earhart to an aviator and you’ll find she evokes strong emotions. Why do many male pilots insist she could not fly well and had not adequately prepared for her last flight? Why do female pilots blame her poor judgment in aviating on her manager/promoter husband, George Palmer Putnam, whom they believe prodded her shamelessly by dictating she maintain a never-ending, grueling schedule of lectures and publicity stunts? Or was Putnam a devoted spouse who gave up his own successful career to help his wife? AMELIA EARHART: HER FLYING LIFE, a controversial, bold book and the first of its kind, will answer these questions and more. Even though articles, books, and movies about Earhart have appeared over the years (and a biopic starring Hillary Swank and Richard Gere soon to be released), Kathleen Winters’ research tells her that none have addressed Earhart’s flawed flying career and her life of contradictions. Aviation writer Winters offers a new book packed with adventure and romance that delves into Earhart’s personality and her legend. |
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