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The Mercury 13: The Untold Story Of Thirteen American Women And The Dream Of Space Flight
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In 1961, Just As Nasa Launched Its First Man Into Space, A Group Of Women Underwent Secret Testing In The Hopes Of Becoming Americas First Female Astronauts. They Passed The Same Battery Of Tests At The Legendary Lovelace Foundation As Did The Mercury 7 Astronauts, But They Were Summarily Dismissed By The Boys Club At Nasa And On Capitol Hill. The Ussr Sent Its First Woman Into Space In 1963; The United States Did Not Follow Suit For Another Twenty Years.For The First Time, Martha Ackmann Tells The Story Of The Dramatic Events Surrounding These Thirteen Remarkable Women, All Crackerjack Pilots And Patriots Who Sometimes Sacrificed Jobs And Marriages For A Chance To Participate In Americas Space Race Against The Soviet Union. In Addition To Talking Extensively To These Women, Ackmann Interviewed Chuck Yeager, John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, And Others At Nasa And In The White House With Firsthand Knowledge Of The Program, And Includes Here Neverbeforeseen Photographs Of The Mercury 13 Passing Their Lovelace Tests.Despite The Crushing Disappointment Of Watching Their Dreams Being Derailed, The Mercury 13 Went On To Extraordinary Achievement In Their Lives: Jerrie Cobb, Who Began Flying When She Was So Small She Had To Sit On Pillows To See Out Of The Cockpit, Dedicated Her Life To Flying Solo Missions To The Amazon Rain Forest; Wally Funk, Who Talked Her Way Into The Lovelace Trials, Went On To Become One Of The First Female Faa Investigators; Janey Hart, Mother Of Eight And, At Age Forty, The Oldest Astronaut Candidate, Had The Political Savvy To Steer The Women Through Congressional Hearings And Later Helped Found The National Organization For Women.A Provocative Tribute To These Extraordinary Women, The Mercury 13 Is An Unforgettable Story Of Determination, Resilience, And Inextinguishable Hope.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Mercury 13'? A: 'The Mercury 13' explores the untold story of thirteen American women who underwent rigorous testing in 1961 to become the first female astronauts, highlighting their struggles against institutional barriers.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Mercury 13'? A: The author of 'The Mercury 13' is Martha Ackmann, who conducted extensive research and interviews to bring this story to light.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Mercury 13' is bound in hardcover, making it a durable addition to your book collection.
- Q: When was 'The Mercury 13' published? A: 'The Mercury 13' was published on May 27, 2003.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Mercury 13'? A: 'The Mercury 13' contains 256 pages, providing a comprehensive look into the lives of the Mercury 13 women.
- Q: Is 'The Mercury 13' a first edition? A: Yes, this copy of 'The Mercury 13' is a first edition.
- Q: What are the key features of 'The Mercury 13'? A: 'The Mercury 13' includes firsthand accounts from the women involved, interviews with notable figures like Chuck Yeager and John Glenn, and previously unseen photographs.
- Q: What is the item condition of 'The Mercury 13'? A: 'The Mercury 13' is listed as new, ensuring that you receive a pristine copy.
- Q: What genre does 'The Mercury 13' fall under? A: 'The Mercury 13' is categorized under the United States history genre, focusing on the space race and women's contributions.
- Q: Are there any notable achievements of the women featured in 'The Mercury 13'? A: Yes, the women of 'The Mercury 13' went on to have significant achievements, including becoming FAA investigators and advocating for women's rights.