An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth Chris Hadfield Memoir Nonfiction Leadership Lessons Book

An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield — a must-read for aspiring explorers, parents, teachers and anyone looking for practical wisdom wrapped in thrilling space stories. This BRAND NEW paperback edition (ISBN: 9781447259947) combines first-hand adventure with clear, actionable lessons from one of the worlds most experienced astronauts. Its an engaging book collection entry for home libraries, classroom reading, or a memorable gift set for curious minds. In An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, Colonel Chris Hadfield draws on nearly 4,000 hours in space and a career shaped by high-stakes training to share an unconventional philosophy learned at NASA: prepare for the worst — and enjoy every moment of it. Hadfields stories are equal parts adrenaline and tenderness. He recounts breaking into a Space Station with a Swiss army knife, disposing of a live snake while piloting a plane, being temporarily blinded while clinging to the exterior of an orbiting spacecraft, and becoming a worldwide YouTube sensation with his zero-gravity performance of David Bowies Space Oddity. About the author: CHRIS HADFIELD is one of the most seasoned and accomplished astronauts in the world. The top graduate of the U.S. Air Force test pilot school in 1988 and U.S. Navy test pilot of the year in 1991, Colonel Hadfield served as CAPCOM for twenty-five Shuttle missions and as Commander of the International Space Station. He gained global acclaim for breathtaking photographs and educational videos about life in space — his Space Oddity music video has over 55 million views, and his TED talk on fear has been viewed more than 10 million times. Hadfield is also the bestselling author of five internationally bestselling books, including You Are Here and The Darkest Dark. This paperback edition is perfect for anyone looking for both inspiration and practical advice. Through clear, entertaining chapters, Hadfield teaches how to think like an astronaut: anticipate problems, trai