Charles and Anne Lindbergh may have been one of the world's most famous couples, but they were never comfortable in the spotlight.
This unique, feature-length Biography® goes beyond the familiar elements - the historic flight of the Spirit of St. Louis and the kidnapping and murder of the Lindbergh's son - to present an informed and intimate portrait of Charles's and Anne's life together. It explores many of their overlooked accomplishments, from pioneering around-the-world survey flights to Charles' role as an early conservationist, and examines the public statements that turned Charles into a reviled public figure. Personal insight into the "first couple of the air" is a provided by friends and family, including daughter Reeve Lindbergh.
Triumph thrust the Lindberghs into the public eye, but it was tragedy and controversy that kept them there.