Space Shuttle Stories
Firsthand Astronaut Accounts from All 135 Missions
What's it about
Have you ever wondered what it's truly like to strap into a rocket and blast off into orbit? Get ready to experience the thrill, terror, and awe of space travel through the eyes of the astronauts who lived it on all 135 Space Shuttle missions. You'll go beyond the official reports and hear the unfiltered, firsthand stories of launch day jitters, breathtaking spacewalks, and life-threatening emergencies. Discover the human side of space exploration, from the personal sacrifices to the quiet moments of wonder that changed these astronauts forever.
Meet the author
A veteran NASA astronaut and scientist, Dr. Tom Jones flew on four space shuttle missions to Earth orbit, including one to the International Space Station, logging over 53 days in space. His direct experience living and working on three different shuttle orbiters provides a unique, firsthand perspective on the human story of the shuttle program. This deep, personal connection to the spacecraft and its crews fueled his dedication to preserving the legacy of all 135 historic missions in this definitive collection.
What's it about
Have you ever wondered what it's truly like to strap into a rocket and blast off into orbit? Get ready to experience the thrill, terror, and awe of space travel through the eyes of the astronauts who lived it on all 135 Space Shuttle missions. You'll go beyond the official reports and hear the unfiltered, firsthand stories of launch day jitters, breathtaking spacewalks, and life-threatening emergencies. Discover the human side of space exploration, from the personal sacrifices to the quiet moments of wonder that changed these astronauts forever.
Meet the author
A veteran NASA astronaut and scientist, Dr. Tom Jones flew on four space shuttle missions to Earth orbit, including one to the International Space Station, logging over 53 days in space. His direct experience living and working on three different shuttle orbiters provides a unique, firsthand perspective on the human story of the shuttle program. This deep, personal connection to the spacecraft and its crews fueled his dedication to preserving the legacy of all 135 historic missions in this definitive collection.
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