Book Series · 2 Books

American Heroes Books

In order from Into the Air to Amelia Earhart Free in the Skies.

The American Heroes series is a set of 2 graphic novels by Robert Burleigh, published between 2002 and 2003. Written for ages 7–10, most books run about 50 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1600

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002

Into the Air

By Robert Burleigh, Bill Wylie (Illustrator)

Can the Wright brothers defy gravity and make human flight a reality?

48 pages· 2,502 words· Est. 26 min read-aloud

Hardcover

Summary: In the early 1900s, the Wright brothers face relentless challenges in their quest to achieve human flight. Battling fierce winds, rain, and repeated crashes, they refuse to abandon their dream of building the first successful flying machine. Will their perseverance lead to triumph, or will they be grounded by failure? Discover the gripping journey of trial and innovation in this dynamic graphic novel.

The complete set

American Heroes Series

2 books · Published 2002–2003

Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1600

Into the Air

Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002

Can the Wright brothers defy gravity and make human flight a reality?

Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$595

Amelia Earhart Free in the Skies

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003

Discover the daring life of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart beyond her final flight.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Heroes series?

There are 2 books in the American Heroes series. It began with Into the Air in 2002, and the newest book, Amelia Earhart Free in the Skies, was published in 2003.