Book Description
On the life and times of Sunita Williams, b. 1965, United States Naval officer and a NASA astronaut.
Author : S. Seshadri (Capt.)
Publisher :
Page : 65 pages
File Size : 37,82 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Women astronauts
ISBN : 9788129112095
On the life and times of Sunita Williams, b. 1965, United States Naval officer and a NASA astronaut.
Author : Aravinda Anatharaman
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 35,59 MB
Release : 2014-11-21
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9351188728
An Adventure of Intergalactic Proportions! Sunita Williams’s story is one of having to settle for second choices. She grew up wishing to be a professional swimmer. Then she wanted to train as a vet. Instead she went on to join the Naval Academy and serve as a pilot. Before long, however, space was calling. A new dream was born in Sunita. But it wasn’t all cakewalk. The path to becoming an astronaut called for resilience, patience and grit. Sunita had all this and more. As record holder for the longest spaceflight by a woman (195 days), Sunita’s story inspires one to look anew at the world of space missions. And even more than inspiration, she makes life as an astronaut seem thrilling and fun. Anecdotal, informative and pacy, this unputdownable biography, of one of the most famous astronauts of contemporary times, is packed with exciting facts and unusual trivia.
Author : Pallavi Borgohain
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 10,38 MB
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
Sunita Williams needs no special introduction – an icon of courage and endurance – her extraordinary capabilities embodies the modern woman. The dedicated and determined—that is how we can describe her. The beauty blended with brain, Sunita Williams had acquired those accolades which every woman feel envious of. Her space odysseys speak volumes of her courage and conviction.
Author : Rachna Bhola 'Yamini'
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 29,18 MB
Release : 2021-02-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
Biography of Sunita Williams: Inspirational Biographies for Children by Rachna Bhola 'Yamini': This book is a biography of Sunita Williams, an American astronaut of Indian descent who has completed several missions to space. The book explores her early life, her training and preparations for space travel, and her achievements and contributions as an astronaut, as well as her legacy as a role model for young people. Key Aspects of the Book "Biography of Sunita Williams: Inspirational Biographies for Children": Biography of Sunita Williams: The book provides an in-depth look at the life of Sunita Williams, from her childhood to her accomplishments as an astronaut. Training and Preparations for Space Travel: The book explores Williams's training and preparations for space travel, highlighting the challenges and demands of the job. Achievements and Contributions as an Astronaut: The book also explores Williams's achievements and contributions as an astronaut, including her work on the International Space Station and her role in promoting science education. Rachna Bhola 'Yamini' is an Indian writer and educator who has written several biographies of notable historical figures, including Biography of Sunita Williams: Inspirational Biographies for Children, which explores the life and contributions of an American astronaut of Indian descent.
Author : Scott Kelly
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 49,91 MB
Release : 2017-10-17
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1524731609
NATIONAL BEST SELLER A stunning, personal memoir from the astronaut and modern-day hero who spent a record-breaking year aboard the International Space Station—a message of hope for the future that will inspire for generations to come. The veteran of four spaceflights and the American record holder for consecutive days spent in space, Scott Kelly has experienced things very few have. Now, he takes us inside a sphere utterly hostile to human life. He describes navigating the extreme challenge of long-term spaceflight, both life-threatening and mundane: the devastating effects on the body; the isolation from everyone he loves and the comforts of Earth; the catastrophic risks of colliding with space junk; and the still more haunting threat of being unable to help should tragedy strike at home--an agonizing situation Kelly faced when, on a previous mission, his twin brother's wife, American Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, was shot while he still had two months in space. Kelly's humanity, compassion, humor, and determination resonate throughout, as he recalls his rough-and-tumble New Jersey childhood and the youthful inspiration that sparked his astounding career, and as he makes clear his belief that Mars will be the next, ultimately challenging, step in spaceflight. In Endurance, we see the triumph of the human imagination, the strength of the human will, and the infinite wonder of the galaxy.
Author : Darcy Pattison
Publisher : Triangle Interactive, Inc.
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 28,23 MB
Release : 2017-12-13
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1684443261
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Most spiders spin a web and passively wait for prey to come to them. Jumping spiders, by contrast, actively hunt by jumping to catch their food. What if a jumping spider was sent to the International Space Station? When it jumped, it would simply float. No one knew if the spider could hunt in a weightless environment. This nonfiction picture book for elementary kids chronicles the amazing voyage of Nefertiti, the Spidernaut to the International Space Station and back. She’s a Phiddipus johnsonii, or Johnson jumping spider, native to western United States. Her colorful anatomy—red, black and teal—made for stunning photography and video. In 2012, Nefertitti clocked a record-breaking 100 days in space, during which time she circled Earth about 1584 times, traveling about 41,580,000 miles.
Author : Gale Straub
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 49,53 MB
Release : 2019-03-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1452167672
For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
Author : Clayton C. Anderson
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 43,77 MB
Release : 2015-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0803277318
What's it like to travel at more than 850 MPH, riding in a supersonic T-38 twin turbojet engine airplane? What happens when the space station toilet breaks? How do astronauts "take out the trash" on a spacewalk, tightly encapsulated in a space suit with just a few layers of fabric and Kevlar between them and the unforgiving vacuum of outer space? The Ordinary Spaceman puts you in the flight suit of U.S. astronaut Clayton C. Anderson and takes you on the journey of this small-town boy from Nebraska who spent 167 days living and working on the International Space Station, including nearly forty hours of space walks. Having applied to NASA fifteen times over fifteen years to become an astronaut before his ultimate selection, Anderson offers a unique perspective on his life as a veteran space flier, one characterized by humility and perseverance. From the application process to launch aboard the space shuttle Atlantis, from serving as a family escort for the ill-fated Columbia crew in 2003 to his own daily struggles--family separation, competitive battles to win coveted flight assignments, the stress of a highly visible job, and the ever-present risk of having to make the ultimate sacrifice--Anderson shares the full range of his experiences. With a mix of levity and gravitas, Anderson gives an authentic view of the highs and the lows, the triumphs and the tragedies of life as a NASA astronaut.
Author : Ann Dunwoody
Publisher : Da Capo Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,78 MB
Release : 2015-04-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0738217808
On June 23, 2008, President George W. Bush nominated Ann Dunwoody as a four-star general in the US Army-the first time a woman had ever achieved that rank. The news generated excitement around the world. Now retired after nearly four decades in the Army, Dunwoody shares what she learned along the way, from her first command leading 100 soldiers to her final assignment, in which she led a 60 billion enterprise of over 69,000 employees, including the Army's global supply chain in support of Iraq and Afghanistan. What was the driving force behind Dunwoody's success? While her talent as a logistician and her empathy in dealing with fellow soldiers helped her rise through the ranks, Dunwoody also realized that true leaders never stop learning, refining, growing, and adapting. In A Higher Standard, Dunwoody details her evolution as a soldier and reveals the core leadership principles that helped her achieve her historic appointment. Dunwoody's strategies are applicable to any leader, no matter the size or scope of the organization. They include lessons such as "Never Walk by a Mistake," a mandate to recognize when something is wrong, big or small, and to hold people accountable. Not only can this save billions for industry, it can sometimes save the lives of soldiers and citizens. She also advises that "Leaders Aren't Invincible-Don't Try to Be": to be our best, we have to acknowledge our worst. And she encourages readers to "Leverage the Power of Diversity" by creating teams of people from different backgrounds to provide a broad range of ideas and devise the best-informed decisions. With these and other guiding principles, A Higher Standard offers practical, tactical advice that everyone can use to lead and achieve with maximum success.
Author : Pat Monteith
Publisher : Galactic Academy of Science
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 34,58 MB
Release : 2016-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781943431182
Mae and Clinton's teenage mentor from the future, Selectra Volt, can only give them vague hints about what will occur. Their time travel takes them to visit space historian Steven Dick, ancient Chinese admiral Zheng He, Isaac Newton, Wernher von Braun, astronaut Sunita Williams, space sickness scholar Suzanne Nooij, and astronaut and asteroid scholar Ed Lu. When they learn that the malicious Dr. Gravitium is hunting asteroids, they have to come up with a plan and visit the space station to try and stop him before he destroys one, or maybe two, worlds.