Chasing space : an astronaut's story of grit, grace, and second chances
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Author
Published
New York, NY : Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2017].
Format
Book
Edition
First edition.
ISBN
0062496727, 9780062496720
Physical Desc
vii, 241 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : chiefly color illustrations ; 22 cm
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Published
New York, NY : Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2017].
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
ISBN
0062496727, 9780062496720
Notes
Description
A memoir by the former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver traces his personal journey from the gridiron to the stars, examining the intersecting roles of community, perseverance, and grace that create opportunities for success.
Description
"Leland Melvin is the only person in history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path from the gridiron to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Leland suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. He was relegated to earthbound assignments but chose to remain and support his astronaut family. His loyalty paid off: after he recovered partial hearing, he earned his eligibility for space travel. He served as a mission specialist for two flights aboard the shuttle Atlantis, working on the International Space Station. In this inspirational memoir, the former NASA astronaut and professional athlete offers an examination of the intersecting roles of community, perseverance, and grace that align to shape our opportunities and outcomes. Chasing Space is not the story of one man but the story of many men and women, scientists and mentors, who helped him defy the odds and live out an uncommon destiny. The life story of Leland--chemist, athlete, engineer, and space traveler--is a study in the science of achievement. His personal insights illuminate that grit and drive are the keys to overcoming adversity and rising to success."--Jacket.
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Location | Call Number | Status |
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Chatham Borough-Chatham Township Library - Adult Nonfiction | 629.45 MEL | Available |
Chester Library - Adult Nonfiction - Biography | BIOG MELVIN | Available |
Montville Township Library - Adult Nonfiction - Biography | BIOG MELVIN MELVIN | Available |
Morris County Library - Adult Nonfiction | 629.45 MEL | Available |
Morristown-Morris Township Library - Adult Nonfiction | 629.450092 MELVIN | Available |
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Melvin, L. (2017). Chasing space: an astronaut's story of grit, grace, and second chances (First edition.). Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Melvin, Leland, 1964-. 2017. Chasing Space: An Astronaut's Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances. Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Melvin, Leland, 1964-. Chasing Space: An Astronaut's Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, 2017.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Melvin, Leland. Chasing Space: An Astronaut's Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances First edition., Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, 2017.
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