Space

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*Available for Pre-order Now* From bestselling author and astronaut Tim Peake comes a captivating exploration of the lives of the 628 individuals who have ventured into space. Peake recounts the journeys of these pioneering men and women, from Yuri Gagarin to Neil Armstrong, and Valentina Tereshkova to Peggy Whitson. The narrative is enriched with exclusive stories and astonishing details that only an astronaut could provide, illustrating the wonders of space exploration—such as the breathtaking view of Earth, the surreal experience of weightlessness, and the extraordinary dangers involved. It also touches on the mundane aspects of life in space, the psychological pressures faced, and the physical toll of training and missions. The book delves into the often poignant experiences of astronauts returning to Earth, highlighting how their lives are irrevocably altered by their journeys. Its publication coincides with NASA's plans to return to the moon, fifty years after the last lunar landing. Upcoming missions, Artemis II and III, will send astronauts to orbit the moon and land the first woman and person of color on its surface. Peake raises questions about what distinguishes these new moonwalkers from the Apollo crews and how future missions to Mars and beyond will unfold. The Human Story captures the essence of human resilience and exploration in the final frontier.