On February 1, 2003, ten astronauts were orbiting the planet. Seven headed back to Earth on the space shuttle Columbia. They never made it. And the three men left behind found themselves too far from home. Chris Jones chronicles the efforts of the beleaguered Mission Control in Houston and Moscow as they work frantically against the clock to bring their men safely back to Earth, ultimately settling on a plan that felt, at best, like a long shot. Yet even amid the danger, the call of space is a siren song, and Too Far From ...
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On February 1, 2003, ten astronauts were orbiting the planet. Seven headed back to Earth on the space shuttle Columbia. They never made it. And the three men left behind found themselves too far from home. Chris Jones chronicles the efforts of the beleaguered Mission Control in Houston and Moscow as they work frantically against the clock to bring their men safely back to Earth, ultimately settling on a plan that felt, at best, like a long shot. Yet even amid the danger, the call of space is a siren song, and Too Far From Home details beautifully the majesty and mystique of space travel, while reminding us all how perilous it is to soar beyond the sky.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
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Like New. Like New condition. Audio CD. Case Very Good. Abridged edition. 5 disc set. Quality guaranteed! In original artwork/packaging unless otherwise noted.
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Good. AUDIO CDs withdrawn from the library. Some library marking, sticker and stamp. We will polish the CDs for a smoother quality of sound. Enjoy this reliable AUDIO CD performance.
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Fine in Fine jacket. Book. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. On February 1, 2003, ten astronauts were orbiting the planet. Seven were headed back to earth on the space shuttle Columbia. They never made it. And the three men left found themselves....too far from home. Hardcover, 288 pp., photos, unclipped illustrated jacket. Excellent condition.