Summary:
The book offers a firsthand account of the day-to-day experiences of an astronaut, from training to spacewalking to dealing with emergencies in space. It provides insights into the technical, psychological, and humorous aspects of space travel, as told by a veteran of the space shuttle, the International Space Station, and the Russian Soyuz spacecraft.
Key points:
1. Astronaut Training: Virts highlights the intense training for space missions, including spacecraft operation, spacewalks, science experiments, and emergency prep.
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