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Endurance, Young Readers Edition: My Year in Space and How I Got There

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Condition
Very good
A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Binding
Hardcover
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
1524764248
Book Title
Endurance, Young Readers Edition : My Year in Space and How I Got there
Item Length
8.6in
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Intended Audience
Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
Publication Year
2018
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Item Height
1.1in
Author
Scott Kelly
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Topic
Biography & Autobiography / Science & Technology, Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science, Biography & Autobiography / General, Science & Nature / Astronomy
Item Width
5.8in
Item Weight
16.2 Oz
Number of Pages
320 Pages

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Product Information

Discover what it's like to spend a year in space in this awe-inspiring memoir from a real-life NASA astronaut who did just that Prepare to blast off with astronaut Scott Kelly as he takes readers on a journey through his year aboard the International Space Station and his life prior to becoming a true American hero. Discover the extreme challenges of long-term spaceflight, the pressures of living in close quarters with people from many countries, the extremely dangerous risk of colliding with space junk and the unnerving feeling of not being able to help if tragedy strikes at home. Find out the story of Kelly's childhood, his struggles in school, and ultimately the inspiration that sparked his incredible career, and the training to become a test-pilot and then astronaut. This personal and fascinating story, newly adapted for young readers from the New York Times bestseller, will encourage aspiring astronauts and young readers everywhere to believe in the impossible and reach for the stars. An engaging and high-flying read for nonfiction and space lovers alike. -- School Library Journal Those who are intrigued by space travel will find this a fascinating book. -- Booklist Recommend this to readers who are interested in current events and anyone who wants an in-depth look at a STEM-related career. -- VOYA

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Random House Children's Books
ISBN-10
1524764248
ISBN-13
9781524764241
eBay Product ID (ePID)
6038385362

Product Key Features

Book Title
Endurance, Young Readers Edition : My Year in Space and How I Got there
Author
Scott Kelly
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Biography & Autobiography / Science & Technology, Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science, Biography & Autobiography / General, Science & Nature / Astronomy
Intended Audience
Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
Publication Year
2018
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages
320 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8.6in
Item Height
1.1in
Item Width
5.8in
Item Weight
16.2 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Tl789.85.K45k435
Grade from
Third Grade
Grade to
Seventh Grade
Reviews
Praise for Endurance : "Captivating, charming . . . [Kelly] pulls back the curtain separating the myth of the astronaut from its human realities." - - The New York Times Book Review "[ Endurance ] is a memoir of the right stuff that will hypnotize any space geek." --The Wall Street Journal " Endurance , with its honest, gritty descriptions of an unimaginable life, a year off Earth, is as close as most readers will come to making that voyage themselves." -- The Financial Times "Kelly's account is insightful, at times humorous, heart-tugging at others. And it's inspiring enough to change the life of some lost kid, just like The Right Stuff did for him." -- USA Today "For space junkies, it's absolutely required reading. . . . We feel as though we're right there with him. A great book." -- Booklist "This isn't your usual astronaut's memoir." -- The Philadelphia Tribune Praise for My Journey to the Stars : "Kelly's account firmly underscores the rewards of dedication to one's dreams." -- Publishers Weekly "Kelly's story is an inspiration for adventure, fodder for space fascination, and a call to work hard and follow one's dreams." -- Booklist "[Will] inspire a new generation of space ­travelers." -- School Library Journal, Praise for Endurance : " Endurance , with its honest, gritty descriptions of an unimaginable life, a year off Earth, is as close as most readers will come to making that voyage themselves." -- The Financial Times "Kelly's account is insightful, at times humorous, heart-tugging at others. And it's inspiring enough to change the life of some lost kid, just like The Right Stuff did for him." -- USA Today "For space junkies, it's absolutely required reading. . . . We feel as though we're right there with him. A great book." -- Booklist "This isn't your usual astronaut's memoir." -- The Philadelphia Tribune Praise for My Journey to the Stars : "Kelly's account firmly underscores the rewards of dedication to one's dreams." -- Publishers Weekly "Kelly's story is an inspiration for adventure, fodder for space fascination, and a call to work hard and follow one's dreams." -- Booklist "[Will] inspire a new generation of space ­travelers." -- School Library Journal
Copyright Date
2018
Target Audience
Juvenile Audience
Lccn
2018-019956
Illustrated
Yes

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