Based on the adult bestseller Carrying the Fire
In time for the 50th anniversary of man's first landing on the moon, this re-release of Michael Collins's autobiography is a bold, sparkling testament to exploration and perseverance.
In this captivating account, space traveler Collins recalls his early days as an Air Force test pilot, his training at NASA, and his unparalleled experiences in orbit, including the Apollo 11 mission, the first manned lunar landing. The final chapter to this autobiography is an exciting and convincing argument in favor of mankind's continued exploration of our universe.
Originally published in 1976 and updated for this new edition, including an introduction from astronaut Scott Kelly, Collins's voice and message are sure to resonate with a new generation of readers.
1 of 1 copy available
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Release date
September 4, 2024 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9780374313340
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9780374313340
- File size: 39938 KB
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Languages
- English
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 7.2
- Lexile® Measure: 1170
- Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
- Text Difficulty: 6-9
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Reviews
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July 1, 2019
Introduction by Scott Kelly. Collins was the NASA astronaut who piloted the capsule while Armstrong and Aldrin walked on the moon. This book is a wonderfully detailed, first-person account of his time in the space program, including scientific and historical details about space exploration. This updated edition features two inserts of photographs and includes Collins's thoughts about exploring Mars.(Copyright 2019 by The Horn Book, Incorporated, Boston. All rights reserved.)
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