Publisher's Synopsis
Humanity's Grand Adventure Awaits; Are You Ready?
In an era when the stars are no longer just points of light in the sky but destinations waiting to be explored, "Space: Ever Farther, Ever Faster - NOW!" invites readers on an awe-inspiring journey through the history, challenges, and limitless possibilities of human space exploration.
This riveting space exploration memoir by Ed Gibson, a veteran Science Pilot of Skylab III, is a recounting of his extraordinary experiences and a passionate call to action for the next generation of explorers.
An Astronaut's Memoir Like No Other
Ed Gibson's narrative is not just about innovations in space travel but about astronaut life and experiences. He brings readers into the heart of the American space program, sharing his personal journey from a young dreamer drawing the solar system with crayons to floating in microgravity aboard Skylab III. His unique perspective as both a scientist and an astronaut gives a rare glimpse into the human side of space exploration.
- Behind the scenes at NASA: Uncover the untold stories of teamwork behind NASA and space programs that made American space exploration possible.
- Life Lessons from Space: Discover how the extraordinary challenges of space travel shape the human spirit.
A Journey Through History:
"Space: Ever Farther, Ever Faster - NOW!" takes readers through the pivotal moments of U.S. space exploration, including:
- Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo Programs: The dawn of human spaceflight and the race to the Moon.
- Skylab: America's first space station and the groundbreaking scientific experiments conducted in microgravity.
- Apollo-Soyuz: The first joint mission between the U.S. and Soviet Union, a historic moment of international collaboration.
- Space Shuttle Era: The evolution of reusable spacecraft and the expansion of human presence in space.
- International Space Station (ISS): A symbol of global cooperation, enabling long-duration human space missions.
Gibson's book is a treasure trove for anyone interested in learning about NASA's history or future space technologies. Get your copy now.
