Based on the adult bestseller Carrying the Fire
In time for the 50th anniversary of man's first landing on the moon,
this re-release of Michael Collins's autobiography is a bold, sparkling
testament to exploration and perseverance.
In this captivating account, space traveler Collins recalls his early
days as an Air Force test pilot, his training at NASA, and his
unparalleled experiences in orbit, including the Apollo 11 mission, the
first manned lunar landing. The final chapter to this autobiography is
an exciting and convincing argument in favor of mankind's continued
exploration of our universe.
Originally published in 1976 and updated for this new edition, including
an introduction from astronaut Scott Kelly, Collins's voice and message
are sure to resonate with a new generation of readers.