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Chasing space : an astronaut's story of grit, grace, and second chances
Title:
Chasing space : an astronaut's story of grit, grace, and second chances
Format:
Books
Publication Date(s):
2017
ISBN:
9780062496720
Edition:
First Edition.
Physical Description:
vii, 241 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, portraits, facsimiles, photographs ; 22 cm.
Contents:
I really can't hear -- Vision, grit, and Lynchburg -- Second chances -- A short life in the NFL -- Nasa Langley -- The world's most exclusive club -- Recovery and tragedy -- Training for space -- The final frontier -- Educator -- The next mission.
Summary:
A memoir by the former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver traces his personal journey from the gridiron to the stars, examining the intersecting roles of community, perseverance, and grace that create opportunities for success. -- Publisher.
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