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The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women Astronauts

Name: The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women Astronauts
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Book Synopsis: In the bestselling tradition of Hidden Figures and Code Girls, the remarkable true story of America's first women astronauts—six extraordinary women, each making history going to orbit aboard NASA's Space Shuttle.When NASA sent astronauts to the moon in the 1960s and 1970s the agency excluded women from the corps, arguing that only military test pilots—a group then made up exclusively of men—had the right stuff. It was an era in which women were steered away from jobs in science and deemed unqualified for space flight. Eventually, though, NASA recognized its blunder and opened the application process to a wider array of hopefuls, regardless of race or gender. From a candidate pool of 8,000 six elite women were selected in 1978—Sally Ride, Judy Resnik, Anna Fisher, Kathy Sullivan, Shannon Lucid, and Rhea Seddon. In The Six, acclaimed journalist Loren Grush shows these brilliant and courageous women enduring claustrophobic—and sometimes deeply sexist—media attention, undergoing rigorous survival training, and preparing for years to take multi-million-dollar payloads into orbit. Together, the Six helped build the tools that made the space program run. One of the group, Judy Resnik, sacrificed her life when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded at 46,000 feet. Everyone knows of Sally Ride’s history-making first space ride, but each of the Six would make their mark.

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Experience the remarkable and inspiring journey of America's first women astronauts with The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women Astronauts. This captivating book offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these courageous and trailblazing women who defied societal norms to reach for the stars. Discover their triumphs, challenges, and the incredible milestones they achieved as they shattered gender barriers and paved the way for future generations of female astronauts.

Immerse yourself in the thrilling accounts of the women who dared to dream big in a male-dominated field. The Six provides a gripping narrative that will leave you in awe of their determination and unwavering passion for space exploration. From their rigorous training to their historic space missions, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey through the highs and lows of their extraordinary lives.

Unlock a world of inspiration and empowerment as you delve deep into the untold stories of these pioneering women. Their tenacity and resilience serve as a reminder that no dream is too big to achieve. With compelling storytelling and meticulous research, The Six brings to light the incredible contributions these women made to NASA and the space program as a whole.

Don't miss your chance to own the ultimate tribute to these unsung heroes of space exploration. Get your hands on The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women Astronauts today and be inspired by the courage and determination that shaped NASA's history. It's time to honor the remarkable achievements of these trailblazers and celebrate the power of women in STEM.

Get your copy of The Six now and embark on an extraordinary journey through the untold stories of America's first women astronauts.

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