Spaceman of Bohemia

Author: Jaroslav Kalfar
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316273406
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 261

Book Description
An intergalactic odyssey of love, ambition, and self-discovery. Orphaned as a boy, raised in the Czech countryside by his doting grandparents, Jakub Prochv°zka has risen from small-time scientist to become the country's first astronaut. When a dangerous solo mission to Venus offers him both the chance at heroism he's dreamt of, and a way to atone for his father's sins as a Communist informer, he ventures boldly into the vast unknown. But in so doing, he leaves behind his devoted wife, Lenka, whose love, he realizes too late, he has sacrificed on the altar of his ambitions. Alone in Deep Space, Jakub discovers a possibly imaginary giant alien spider, who becomes his unlikely companion. Over philosophical conversations about the nature of love, life and death, and the deliciousness of bacon, the pair form an intense and emotional bond. Will it be enough to see Jakub through a clash with secret Russian rivals and return him safely to Earth for a second chance with Lenka? Rich with warmth and suspense and surprise, Spaceman of Bohemia is an exuberant delight from start to finish. Very seldom has a novel this profound taken readers on a journey of such boundless entertainment and sheer fun. "A frenetically imaginative first effort, booming with vitality and originality . . . Kalfar's voice is distinct enough to leave tread marks."-Jennifer Senior, New York Times

Spaceman

Author: Mike Massimino
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471149552
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 330

Book Description
'This terrific memoir... is utterly gripping' Mail on Sunday ‘Read this book and be inspired to reach for the impossible’ Brian Greene Many children dream of becoming an astronaut when they grow up, but when a six-year-old Mike Massimino saw Neil Armstrong walk on the moon he knew what he wanted to do when he became an adult. But NASA rejected him; then when he applied again they turned him down because of his poor eyesight. For the next year he trained his eyes to work better and finally, at the third time of asking, NASA accepted him. So began Massimino's 18-year career as an astronaut, and the extraordinary lengths he went to to get accepted was only the beginning. In this awe-inspiring memoir, he reveals the hard work, camaraderie and sheer guts involved in the life of an astronaut; he vividly describes what it is like to strap yourself into the Space Shuttle and blast off into space, or the sensation of walking in space, as he did when he completed a mission to service the Hubble telescope. He also talks movingly about the Columbia tragedy, and how it felt to step into the Space Shuttle again in the aftermath of that disaster. Massimino was inspired by the film The Right Stuff, and this book is not only a tribute to those fellow astronauts he worked with, but also a stunning example of someone who had exactly those attributes himself.

The Ordinary Spaceman

Author: Clayton C. Anderson
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
ISBN: 0803277318
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 460

Book Description
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.

Goodnight Spaceman

Author: Michelle Robinson
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141368349
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35

Book Description
Inspired by ESA astronaut Tim Peake and his sons, and featuring an introduction from Tim, this is the perfect bedtime book! Two space-mad little boys get ready for bed and say goodnight to their toy rockets, launch pads and planet mobiles, before being whisked away into space on an adventure beyond their wildest dreams . . . Tim Peake is the first official British ESA astronaut. He left Earth on 15th December 2015 to begin a six month long mission aboard the International Space Station. His time in space has been watched by millions and he is inspiring a new generation of explorers, adventurers and questioners. Goodnight Spaceman is the sixth book in Michelle Robinson and Nick East's beloved series. Look out for Goodnight Digger, Goodnight Tractor, Goodnight Princess, Goodnight Pirate and Goodnight Santa too!

Mr. Spaceman

Author: Robert Olen Butler
Publisher: Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
ISBN: 1555846211
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240

Book Description
“A surprisingly sweet and droll first-person account of the vexed attempts of an alien to understand the bafflingly unpredictable human race.” —Kirkus Reviews The Pulitzer Prize–winning author “raises fin de siècle literature to new heights and turns inevitability on its head” in a novel of an alien named Desi (Publishers Weekly). For decades, Desi has kept a quiet vigil above the Earth while studying the confusing, fascinating, and frustrating primary species of our planet, occasionally venturing to the planet’s surface to hear their thoughts and experience their memories using his empathic powers. Now, on December 31, 2000, he prepares for the final phase of his mysterious mission, which begins when he beams a tour bus bound for a Louisiana casino aboard his ship. The twelve passengers will be the last humans whose lives he will experience before he positions his spaceship in full and irrefutable view of the people of Earth and descends to the planet’s surface to proclaim his presence to all of humanity at the turn of the millennium. Poignant, funny, and charming, Mr. Spaceman is filled with unexpected twists and turns, a tribute to the powers of love and understanding and the essence of what it means to be human. “Funny and humane, entertaining and touching.” —The New York Times

Goodnight Princess

Author: Michelle Robinson
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0723280185
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
The perfect bedtime book from Nick East and Michelle Robinson - Goodnight Princess As a little girl says goodnight to her dressing up clothes and dolls she is transformed into a princess in a magical realm. A beautiful rhyming text is accompanied by atmospheric illustrations which will delight and soothe all little girls as they snuggle up in bed. A follow-up to the wonderful Goodnight Tractor and Goodnight Digger, this is the perfect bedtime book. Michelle Robinson has always wanted to be an author like her hero Roald Dahl, but all they had in common was the same birthday and a love of chocolate. Now at last, Michelle is a real author too. She lives in Frome, Somerset with her husband, son and daughter. Visit her at www.michellerobinson.co.uk. Nick East has been working as a museum designer for the past 16 years but has always been a storyteller, whether as a child, filling sketchbooks with quirky characters, or as a designer displaying a collection of ancient artifacts. Nick lives near York with his wife and two children and, when he isn't drawing, he is out riding bikes and spending time with his family.

Radio Spaceman #1

Author: Mike Mignola
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 22

Book Description
When a ship crashes and lands on a mysterious planet and some of the surviving crew go missing, the mysterious mechanical hero Radio Spaceman is called to investigate. But the planet hides much more than the missing crew, and Radio Spaceman may be stumbling into more than even he can handle. Based on Mignola's viral pencil sketches, Radio Spaceman is a steampunk space adventure full of mystery, monsters, and awesome gadgets. Featuring the amazing art of Greg Hinkle (The Beauty, Black Cloud) and colors by longtime Mignolaverse collaborator Dave Stewart, this new series is perfect for Mignola fans old and new!

Spaceman

Author: Brian Azzarello
Publisher: Vertigo
ISBN: 9781401242701
Category : Bioengineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Originally published in single magazine form in Spaceman 1-9, Strange aAdventures 1."

Angry Young Spaceman

Author: Jim Munroe
Publisher: Thunder's Mouth Press
ISBN: 9781568582085
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 243

Book Description
Recent college graduate Sam Breen takes his diploma and class of 2959 ring and heads for the underwater civilization of the planet Octavia to teach English. Original.

SpaceMan

Author: Tom Abrahams
Publisher: Piton Press LLC
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 266

Book Description
Embark on an extraordinary journey beyond the bounds of Earth with "SPACEMAN" - a heart-pounding post-apocalyptic thriller that will leave you breathless from the very first page. Cayton Shepard, an intrepid astronaut, finds himself 249 miles above the Earth's surface when disaster strikes. In an instant, the lights go out, plunging him into the eerie darkness of space. Cut off from all communication and armed with limited power, he clings to an unyielding determination to reunite with his beloved family. Stranded aboard the International Space Station, Shepard's unwavering goal becomes clear: to find his way back home against all odds. With resourcefulness as his only ally, he must rely on his intellect and ingenuity to navigate the vast expanse of the cosmos and overcome the formidable challenges that lie ahead. As Shepard battles against the relentless void of space, his mind races with uncertainty. What awaits him on Earth? Will he be greeted by a world forever changed? With each passing moment, the suspense builds, fueling the desperate pursuit of answers. "SPACEMAN" is a riveting fusion of post-apocalyptic and dystopian storytelling, masterfully crafted to immerse you in a world teetering on the edge of destruction. Authored with the invaluable insights of former astronauts, NASA team members, and esteemed astrophysicists, this tale pulsates with a unique sense of detail and desperation that will captivate your imagination. Prepare to be spellbound as you join Clayton Shepard on his quest for survival, where every decision could mean the difference between life and death. "SPACEMAN" deftly captures the human spirit's indomitable will in the face of unimaginable challenges, exploring themes of love, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds that tie us to our loved ones. Don't miss your chance to experience the awe-inspiring adventure of "SPACEMAN." Acquire your copy now and be transported into a world where the vast expanse of space becomes both a haunting backdrop and a relentless adversary. Remember, even in the darkest void, the flame of hope burns brightest.