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Amelia Earhart signed first edition, second printing of ''The Fun of It'' published by Brewer, Warren, & Putnam: New York: 1932. Earhart autographs the fly-leaf: ''Amelia Earhart'' in blue ink. This memoir is the female pilot's second book, discussing her personal background and the achievements of the other daring women in aviation. She's quoted as saying: ''Flying may not be all plain sailing, but the fun of it is worth the price...'' Runs 218pp. Includes very rare mini record enclosed on the rear pastedown from Earhart's 1932 International Broadcast in London. Bound in brown cloth boards with white lettering. Measures 5.75'' x 8.25''. Fabric loss to rear hinge and spine base. A prior owner's bookplate is affixed to the front free endpaper. Some toning to leaves. In very good condition.
Amelia Earhart Signed ''The Fun of It'' First Edition -- With Rare Mini Record
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