Sky Walking: An Astronaut's Memoir.(Books: A selection of new and notable books of scientific interest)(Brief article)(Book review)

From: Science News | Date: April 1, 2006 | Copyright information

SKY WALKING: An Astronaut's Memoir THOMAS D. JONES

This is the book for anyone who has ever wondered how astronauts train, what happens off camera on space trips, or how exhausting it might be to take a space walk. Jargonfree and without bravado, Sky Walking is a candid look at astronaut training, flying shuttle missions, and building the international space station. An Air Force Academy graduate, a B-52 pilot, a Central Intelligence Agency scientist, and a holder of a d...

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