D.
N.
Ahnstrom
Born:
1915
Muskegon
,
MI
Died: 1991
Parents: Harry W. and Vera Ahnstrom
Died: 1991
Parents: Harry W. and Vera Ahnstrom
Writings
| Image | Title | Genre | Audience | Publisher | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Complete Book of Jets and Rockets - (Publication Years: 1957, rev. ed. 1960) |
Non Fiction | Children | World Publishing | 1957 | |
|
Complete Book of Helicopters - (Publication Years: 1955, rev. ed. 1968) |
Non Fiction | Children | World Publishing | 1955 |
What is the aim or goal of your writing:
She chose to be "D.N." in order "to be completely acceptable to young people (and also some adults) as an aviation writer." This seeming male gender has brought her many funny experiences.
May inquiries be sent to you about doing workshops, readings: No
Donated books to the Authors & Illustrators database project: No
Skills:
Author
Inclusion in biographical or critical works:
| Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Michigan Authors | 1960 |
| Contemporary Authors, volume(s) 5-8R |
Education:
| Degree | Institution | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attended | Columbia University | New York , NY | 1938 -1939 |
| Attended School of Aviation | New York Universtiy | New York , NY | 1937 |
| Bachelor of Arts (A. B.) | Brenau College | Gainesville , GA | 1933 |
| High School Diploma | Muskegon High School | Muskegon , MI | 1928 -1932 |
Career:
| Position | Organization | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air operations editor | Flight Safety Foundation | New York , NY | 1955 -1965 |
| Managing editor | Skyways Magazine | New York , NY | 1942 -1955 |
| Editorial staff member | New York Daily News | New York , NY | 1936 -1942 |
Other Resources:
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