It was difficult to put this memoir by former astronaut Scott Kelly down. This is the story of a living hero who comes across as approachable and relatable while also inspiring awe. I had limited background knowledge of the International Space Station or spaceflight, yet I was able to enjoy this book.
This contained a fair amount of details and technical descriptions, but I never felt overwhelmed. What made this such an appealing read was that we never lose sight throughout that this is the personal story of an extraordinary man. And as remarkable as his accomplishments are, Scott Kelly the person does not get swallowed up by them. They are part of his experiences and he shares more than sugar coated versions.
It was also fascinating to learn details about things including what it is like to prepare to launch into space, to command a space shuttle, and to live in space for a year. This book made me appreciate the space program, earth, and the tenacity of the human spirit.
This contained a fair amount of details and technical descriptions, but I never felt overwhelmed. What made this such an appealing read was that we never lose sight throughout that this is the personal story of an extraordinary man. And as remarkable as his accomplishments are, Scott Kelly the person does not get swallowed up by them. They are part of his experiences and he shares more than sugar coated versions.
It was also fascinating to learn details about things including what it is like to prepare to launch into space, to command a space shuttle, and to live in space for a year. This book made me appreciate the space program, earth, and the tenacity of the human spirit.