The Spirit of St. Louis: One Hundred Poems, (Hardcover)

"The Spirit of St. Louis: One Hundred Poems" is a captivating anthology that captures the global excitement and profound admiration surrounding Charles Lindbergh's historic 1927 solo non-stop flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Compiled in the immediate aftermath of this monumental achievement, the collection brings together a wide variety of poetic voices, each reflecting on the daring feat that redefined the boundaries of human possibility and aviation technology. <p>The poems within this volume explore themes of courage, modern progress, and the indomitable spirit of adventure. From celebratory verses to contemplative reflections on the nature of heroism, these works provide a vivid cultural snapshot of the late 1920s. As a literary tribute to a pivotal moment in history, the anthology serves as both a valuable historical record and a testament to the power of collective inspiration sparked by a single man and his aircraft. </p> <p>Readers will discover a rich diversity of styles and forms, all united by their focus on the pilot and his iconic plane. "The Spirit of St. Louis: One Hundred Poems" remains an essential volume for those interested in the intersection of literature and aviation history, offering a lyrical window into one of the most celebrated achievements of the twentieth century.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• The Spirit of St. Louis: One Hundred Poems, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781026001943
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 268