Description
Spacewalking is a physically exhausting, mentally rigorous endeavor. It is so difficult, only three Canadians have ever succeeded: Chris Hadfield, Steve MacLean, and Dave Williams. Hadfield completed the first Canadian spacewalk and installed the Canadarm 2 on the International Space Station, while Williams holds the record for the longest spacewalk by a Canadian. And Steve MacLean, former head of the Canadian Space Agency, was one of Canada's original six astronauts. But what is it really like to leap out into space with only the thin fabric of your suit between you and the universe? In Canadian Spacewalkers, author Bob McDonald compiles each of the spacewalkers' perspectives and presents an extensive, one-on-one interview with spacewalkers who tell tales of training underwater in the world's largest swimming pool describe the moment when they first stepped outside. Science journalist McDonald also shares his own experiences with astronaut training: the almost-reality of simulators, the sensory deprivation of the spacesuit, and even a zero-g airplane ride. Lushly illustrated with stunning NASA photos, Canadian Spacewalkers inspires, astounds, and surprises. This is the gripping first-hand story of unique adventurers -- in their own words.
Author: Bob McDonald
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Published: 03/17/2015
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.40lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.20w x 1.00d
ISBN13: 9781771620444
ISBN10: 1771620447
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Space Science | General
- Biography & Autobiography | General
Author: Bob McDonald
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Published: 03/17/2015
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.40lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.20w x 1.00d
ISBN13: 9781771620444
ISBN10: 1771620447
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Space Science | General
- Biography & Autobiography | General
About the Author
Bob McDonald has been the host of CBC Radio's Quirks and Quarks since 1992. He is a regular science commentator on CBC News Network and science correspondent for CBC TV's The National.