Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut

Summary

«Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut» is a memoir by astronaut Mike Mullane, who shares his experiences working at NASA and participating in space shuttle missions. The author offers his thoughts and feelings about the training leading up to the flights, the challenges he faced during preparation and execution of tasks in space, as well as his relationships with fellow astronauts. The book provides readers with a deeper understanding of what it’s like to be an astronaut, to travel to orbit and return to Earth, offering insights into the realities of space travel and lifting the veil on a profession that remains shrouded in myths and misconceptions for many.