Written by: Colonel Christ Hadfield
First line: The windows of a spaceship casually frame
miracles.
Why you should read this book: This is literally the most
inspirational thing I have seen in years: beginning with Hadfield’s decision,
at age nine (immediately following the moon landing) to always make whatever
choice an astronaut would make (despite his awareness that there was no such
thing as a Canadian astronaut), the narrative follows Hadfield through his
training and career, focusing primarily on his decision to always be prepared
for everything, even the impossible, and to always take pride and pleasure in
whatever activity he’s engaged in, no matter how difficult, boring, or
disappointing it might be. Along the way, we’re treated to tantalizing views
from space, little known details about an astronaut’s life and NASA’s inner
workings, and Hadfield’s quirky, wide-eyed sense of humor and take on living
life to its fullest. Simply an amazing story of an amazing life, told with
grace and good will, which inspires readers to make the most of their existence
by always working toward their goal without pinning any of their happiness on
actually achieving it: love what you do, Hadfield says, and prepare for
anything, and you can be as pleased with yourself as he sounds.
Why you shouldn’t read this book: You get motion sick just
thinking about car rides.
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