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Failure Is Not an Option

Mission Control from Mercury to Apollo 13 and Beyond
in: Memoirs
Summary:

The book chronicles the author's experiences as a NASA flight director, detailing the behind-the-scenes challenges and triumphs of America's manned space missions from the early Mercury program through the Apollo lunar landings to the near-disaster of Apollo 13. It provides insights into the teamwork, crisis management, and innovative problem-solving that were integral to the success of these historic space endeavors.

Key points:

1. Teamwork and Leadership: The book highlights the role of teamwork and strong leadership in achieving success, using Kranz's leadership at NASA as an example.

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