Flying Girl

Flying Girl

by L. Frank Baum

In 'Flying Girl,' a young woman named Orissa Kane shoulders the burden of supporting her family. Her mother is blind, and her brother, a brilliant inventor, dedicates himself to crafting a flying machine. When he suffers a debilitating injury, Orissa steps into his role, driven by necessity and a burgeoning sense of ambition. As she delves deeper into her brother's work, Orissa confronts the challenges of pioneering aviation and pushes back against the limitations society places on women. This story explores themes of family, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams, set against the backdrop of a thrilling journey into the unknown.

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L. Frank Baum

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Lyman Frank Baum was an American author best known for his children's books, particularly The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its sequels. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, plus 41 other novels (not inc...

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