Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Author and aviator with literary acclaim

Anne Morrow Lindbergh - Author and aviator with literary acclaim
Born

June 22nd, 1906
119 years ago

Died

February 7th, 2001
24 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Authors & Creatives

Country

United States

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An author and aviator made significant contributions to American literature and aviation. Wrote several books, including the renowned 'Gift from the Sea', a reflection on women's roles and the balance between personal fulfillment and societal expectations. Became the first woman to earn a full pilot's license in the United States, demonstrating skills in flying by participating in long-distance flights with her husband, Charles Lindbergh. Her writings often explore themes of love, motherhood, and the complexities of life, gaining a lasting audience and critical acclaim.

Authored 'Gift from the Sea'

Obtained first full pilot's license for a woman in the US

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