Rex Lee, Gypsy Flyer

By: Burtis, Thomson

"Rex Lee, Gypsy Flyer" is a high-octane aviation adventure that captures the spirit and danger of the early days of flight. Written by Thomson Burtis, a pilot and author celebrated for his authentic portrayals of aerial life, the story follows the daring Rex Lee as he maneuvers through the golden age of aviation. As a "gypsy flyer," Lee represents the iconic barnstormers of the 1920s-itinerant pilots who traveled the country, performing stunts and offering rides to a public fascinated by the new frontier of the skies.

The narrative combines technical aeronautical detail with pulse-pounding action, showcasing the grit and ingenuity required to keep primitive aircraft aloft. Throughout his journey, Rex Lee faces mechanical failures, treacherous weather, and fierce rivalries, all while demonstrating the courage that defined a generation of aviators. This work stands as a quintessential piece of juvenile adventure literature, reflecting the cultural obsession with flight technology and the heroic ideal of the lone pilot. "Rex Lee, Gypsy Flyer" offers modern readers a nostalgic and thrilling window into a transformative period in history when the sky was truly the limit.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025517741
• ISBN13: 9781025517742
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"