Spreading My Wings

Discover the inspiring journey of Diana Barnato Walker in "Spreading My Wings," published by Grub Street Publishing in 2003. In this captivating memoir, Diana, the daughter of millionaire racing driver Woolf Barnato and granddaughter of Barney Barnato, co-founder of the De Beers mining company, breaks free from her affluent, restrictive upbringing. By 1936, after just six hours of training, she took to the skies solo at Brooklands, embracing the thrill of flying and the joy of following her own instincts. With 224 pages filled with adventure and determination, this paperback edition showcases Diana's quest for excitement and independence in a world dominated by societal expectations. Join her as she spreads her wings and discovers what it truly means to soar against the odds.