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Come Fly With Us!: A Global History of the Airline Hostess,New
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When the first commercial flights took off in the 1930s, stewardesses were registered nurses whose duties included swatting flies and helping passengers read railroad timetables in the event of forced landings. In the 1950s, stewardesses were viewed as wivesintraining, as adept at preparing a baby's bottle as mixing a martini. By the swinging 60s and 70s, female flight attendants were considered successful marketing tools, sporting microminis, hot pants, and buttons that read 'Pure, Sober, and Available' to lure male business passengers on board. Come Fly with Us! explores the unique history of this industry pioneered by women, tracing changes in the flight attendant's role from flying nurse to airborne sex kitten to today's custodian of safety and service. Stunning visuals from airline archives and early flight maps, promotional brochures, and print advertisements recreate a sense of the early days and underscore the dramatic changes that have occurred in this dynamic industry.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Come Fly With Us!'? A: 'Come Fly With Us!' explores the evolution of the airline hostess role from the 1930s to the present, highlighting the significant changes in the industry and the impact of female flight attendants.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Johanna Omelia.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'Come Fly With Us!' is categorized as a pictorial book, featuring stunning visuals and historical context.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 160 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, specifically described as mint.
- Q: When was the book published? A: 'Come Fly With Us!' was published on January 1, 2006.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Paperback Edition of the book.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the book? A: The book does not specify a particular material as it is a paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of visuals can I expect in the book? A: The book includes stunning visuals from airline archives, early flight maps, promotional brochures, and print advertisements.
- Q: What does the book say about the role of flight attendants in today's industry? A: The book traces the flight attendant's role from early service providers to their current position as custodians of safety and service.