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Leaving Orbit: Notes From The Last Days Of American Spaceflight
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Winner Of The Graywolf Press Nonfiction Prize, A Breathtaking Elegy To The Waning Days Of Human Spaceflight As We Have Known Itin The 1960S, Humans Took Their First Steps Away From Earth, And For A Time Our Possibilities In Space Seemed Endless. But In A Time Of Austerity And In The Wake Of Highprofile Disasters Like Challenger, That Dream Has Ended. In Early 2011, Margaret Lazarus Dean Traveled To Cape Canaveral For Nasa'S Last Three Space Shuttle Launches In Order To Bear Witness To The End Of An Era. With Dean As Our Guide To Florida'S Space Coast And To The History Of Nasa, Leaving Orbit Takes The Measure Of What American Spaceflight Has Achieved While Reckoning With Its Earlier Witnesses, Such As Norman Mailer, Tom Wolfe, And Oriana Fallaci. Along The Way, Dean Meets Nasa Workers, Astronauts, And Space Fans, Gathering Possible Answers To The Question: What Does It Mean That A Spacefaring Nation Won'T Be Going To Space Anymore?
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Leaving Orbit'? A: 'Leaving Orbit' explores the end of American human spaceflight, reflecting on the achievements of NASA and the emotional impact of this transition.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Leaving Orbit' is Margaret Lazarus Dean.
- Q: How many pages does 'Leaving Orbit' have? A: 'Leaving Orbit' has a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What format is 'Leaving Orbit' available in? A: 'Leaving Orbit' is available in paperback format.
- Q: When was 'Leaving Orbit' published? A: 'Leaving Orbit' was published on May 19, 2015.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy 'Leaving Orbit'? A: 'Leaving Orbit' is ideal for readers interested in biographies, memoirs, and the history of space exploration.
- Q: Does 'Leaving Orbit' have any notable awards? A: 'Leaving Orbit' won the Graywolf Press Nonfiction Prize, highlighting its literary significance.
- Q: Is 'Leaving Orbit' suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Leaving Orbit' can be used as a resource for educational discussions on space exploration and history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: 'Leaving Orbit' is sold in new condition.
- Q: What are some key figures discussed in 'Leaving Orbit'? A: The book references influential figures such as Norman Mailer, Tom Wolfe, and Oriana Fallaci, connecting their insights to the narrative.