The Flying Feminist The first woman to build and fly her own plane

Before Amelia Earhart took to the skies, Lilian Bland designed, built and flew her very own aeroplane, earning her the nickname: The Flying Feminist! Read the inspirational story of a woman who changed the world. At a time when women were expected to conform, Lilian Bland didn’t fit in – she wore trousers, enjoyed fishing and worked as a sports journalist. Inspired by the flight of the wild birds she loved to photograph, in 1910 she defied convention and became the first woman to design, build and fly her own aeroplane. Perfect for budding feminists and adventurers, this narrative non-fiction picture book will inspire children aged 5-9 to pursue their passions and achieve great things. Soar on!