Top 18 space books
Packing for Mars
What is Packing for Mars about?
Are you ready to travel to Mars? No? Then, "Packing for Mars" by Mary Roach will be your guide on this life-changing journey. You will learn more about the challenges astronauts face: testing procedures, training, and psychological problems. Life beyond Earth will knock at our doors one day; don't you want to be ready for it?
The Right Stuff
What is The Right Stuff about?
Who are the people who landed on the moon? Are they robot-like individuals who do nothing but train? "The Right Stuff" by Tom Wolfe tells the story of the moon landing through the lens of the astronauts' emotions, challenges, and bravery.
A Man on the Moon
What is A Man on the Moon about?
July 20, 1969, might be an unknown date for some, but it symbolizes a great leap in the history of humanity. "A Man on the Moon" is a detailed guide to NASA’s Apollo space program with its challenges and triumphs. Learn more about the historic journey to the moon.
Riding Rockets
What is Riding Rockets about?
"Riding Rockets" by Colonel Mike Mullane is an inside look at NASA and its first space shuttle crew. The book offers an honest story of NASA workers, their struggles, personal stories, and losses. What does the life of an astronaut look like? Read "Riding Rockets" and find out.
Liftoff
What is Liftoff about?
Mostly everyone knows about SpaceX today, but once, it was a struggling start-up. "Liftoff" by Eric Berger tells the story of the world's leading rocket company, from its early struggles to its rise in the aerospace industry. Through exclusive interviews, the book describes SpaceX’s rise, struggles, and plans for the future.
Cosmos
What is Cosmos about?
Explore the wonders of science with Carl Sagan's book "Cosmos." What's the origin of life? How have the galaxies been evolving? You will find answers to these and many other questions in "Cosmos." So, learn the miracles of our world with Carl Sagan.
An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth
What is An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth about?
Breaking into a Space Station with a Swiss army knife and handling a snake in the cockpit — sounds exciting, right? In "An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth" by Chris Hadfield, you'll discover even more thrilling stories about space and NASA. Some of the lessons the author learned in space can even help you in your everyday life on Earth. So, what are you waiting for?
Death by Black Hole
What is Death by Black Hole about?
"Death by Black Hole" is a collection of essays on the mysteries of the Universe. Even if you have very limited knowledge of astrophysics, Neil deGrasse Tyson's style of narration will make the terms accessible. You’ll explore numerous cosmic themes with humor and ease.
Women in Space
What is Women in Space about?
Typically, people tend to associate the word «astronaut» with men, but this book proves them wrong. Karen Bush Gibson explores the journeys of many remarkable women who left their mark in space. You’ll learn about such remarkable women like Sally Ride or Eileen Collins, as well as many others, and discover their challenges and achievements.
Space
What is Space about?
Written by Dr Becky Smethurst, an astrophysicist at the University of Oxford, this book helps the readers understand the basics about the space. If the worders of the Universe seem incomprehensible to you, "Space" can make them more accessible. Learn about space exploration, black holes, and much more.
Limitless
What is Limitless about?
Tim Peake, the first British ESA astronaut, shares his personal experiences — from his childhood dreams to his mission to the International Space Station. This autobiography takes the reader on a journey, making you feel as if you’re present in each moment Peake recounts. If you’re curious about the life of astronauts, this is a must-read.
The Science of Interstellar
What is The Science of Interstellar about?
If you love "Interstellar", this book is a valuable guide to the science this film is based on. It is written by Nobel Prize-winning astrophysicist Kip Thorne, so the book is incredibly detailed and comprehensive. Yet don’t let the scientific terms scare you away – once you get into it, you’ll see that this science is fascinating.
Pale Blue Dot
What is Pale Blue Dot about?
«Look again at that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us» — writes Carl Sagan. His book delves into the nuances of astronomy and space exploration. It is both a scientific and philosophical work that challenges us to see the bigger picture.
Sally Ride
What is Sally Ride about?
Sally Ride became the first American woman to travel into space in 1983. Ride was a remarkable individual; she had a Ph.D. in astrophysics, served on space missions, and even wrote books about space. This biography is a testament to her dedication, inspiring the readers to never give up on their dreams despite the hurdles.
A City on Mars
What is A City on Mars about?
Does humanity have future in space colonization? The Weinersmiths dissect this topic with a humorous yet science-based information. Their book discusses all the pro’s and con’s of settling on Mars, confronts the ethical questions, and provides surprising facts.
Our Moon
What is Our Moon about?
How does the Moon influence our life on Earth? This and many other intriguing questions are answered in "Our Moon", with the detailed and science-based approach. There is a lot to learn about our natural satellite, and a lot to surprise you too.
Rocket Men
What is Rocket Men about?
"Rocket Men" tells a story of Apollo 8 – the first manned spacecraft to orbit the moon, which laid the groundwork for Apollo 11’s success. With this book, you’ll embark on a journey filled with both technical and personal details of the process. You’ll learn about astronaut’s preparations and challenges, and get a broader historical context of the era.
Why the Universe Is the Way It Is
What is Why the Universe Is the Way It Is about?
Hugh Ross uniquely combines scientific and theological sides of the questions people have been pondering through generations. His book takes a detailed look at our universe, discussing how and why it came to be. If you didn’t think that Scripture and cosmology combine, this book will surprise you.
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