A lifelong dedication to inspiring others through the wonders of space travel from "summary" of Riding Rockets by Mike Mullane
This is the story of a man who fell in love with space at a young age, inspired by the heroes of the Mercury and Gemini missions. He dreamed of one day becoming an astronaut himself, of experiencing the thrill of space travel firsthand. And when that dream finally came true, he dedicated himself to sharing that wonder with others. Throughout his career as an astronaut, he never lost sight of the impact his experiences could have on those who followed his journey. He knew that for many people, the idea of space travel was something out of reach, something reserved for a select few. But he believed that by sharing his adventures, he could inspire others to reach for the stars themselves. He saw the wonder of space travel not just as a personal achievement, but as a way to ignite the imaginations of those who watched from the ground. He knew ...
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