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The Barber, the Astronaut, and the Golf Ball.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Radnofsky, Barbara.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Astronauts--United States.
- Astronauts.
- Space flights.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (203 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication:
- College Station : Stoney Creek Publishing Group, 2024.
- Summary:
- The Barber, the Astronaut, and the Golf Ball by Barbara Radnofsky and Ed Supkis is a compelling narrative that intertwines the history of space exploration with personal stories of friendship and legacy. The book focuses on Alan Shepard, the first American astronaut to fly in space and one of the few to walk on the moon, and his unique friendship with Carlos Villagomez, a Navy veteran turned barber. The authors explore Shepard's life from his naval career through his achievements in NASA's Apollo program, notably his iconic golf ball moment on the moon. Villagomez's life story, including his contributions to NASA and his community, is also highlighted. The book aims to connect historical milestones with human experiences, appealing to readers interested in space exploration, personal histories, and the legacies of those involved in the space race. Generated by AI.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- ISBN:
- 9798989120352
- OCLC:
- 1461833068
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