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Lavell, Edith
Linda Carlton's Ocean Flight
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"Linda Carlton's Ocean Flight" by Edith Lavell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the ambitious and brave young aviatrix, Linda Carlton, who is determined to pursue her dreams of aviation against societal expectations. The narrative explores themes of adventure, courage, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated field during this time period. The beginning of the novel introduces Linda as a skilled pilot preparing for an important flying course whilst navigating personal conflicts with her family's expectations. After a routine check-up with Dr. Ginsley, she encounters a distraught mother, Mrs. Beach, whose child is in grave danger after swallowing a pin. Driven by compassion and bravery, Linda offers to fly them urgently to a surgeon in Philadelphia, showcasing her dedication to both her passion for flying and her willingness to save lives. As the fog thickens, she faces numerous challenges during the flight, which emphasizes her determination and commitment to her dream of aviation amidst the societal norms of her time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Adventure stories
Mystery and detective stories
Young women -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
Women air pilots -- Juvenile fiction
Competition -- Juvenile fiction
Carlton, Linda (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
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