Alone in the Sky by Jean Batten. First edition
Alone in the Sky by Jean Batten. First edition.
Publisher: Technical Books 1979.
Gilt patterened presentation plate with the initials JB attached to ffep signed and inscribed to previous owner. Based on "My Life" Harrap 1938. Photos and b&w drawings by L. R. Williams.
Fine hardback, sticker removed from first end paper and left mark, minor marks otherwise pages very good. Jacket fine condition, has minor shelf wear. Jean Batten (1909-1982), New Zealand aviator.
"The book is based on her earlier work 'My Life' 1938, but it has been thoroughly revised and lengthened by the author without losing is period feel." - from dust-jacket blurb
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