The sky above :: an astronaut's memoir of adventure, persistence, and faith /
"Looking up at the stars at the age of ten, John Casper dreamed of being a space explorer. The Sky Above tells how persistence and determination led to flying in space, after serving the nation as a combat fighter pilot and test pilot. Despite life-threatening experiences and failures, his spir...
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| Zusammenfassung: | "Looking up at the stars at the age of ten, John Casper dreamed of being a space explorer. The Sky Above tells how persistence and determination led to flying in space, after serving the nation as a combat fighter pilot and test pilot. Despite life-threatening experiences and failures, his spiritual faith was pivotal in overcoming life's challenges. Through vivid storytelling, the reader rides alongside the author in the cockpit, feeling the fear of enemy antiaircraft fire and the pressure of high g-forces during combat maneuvering. His insider accounts of four Space Shuttle missions vividly describe exhilarating launches, the magical experience of weightlessness, and the magnificent beauty of Earth from hundreds of miles above. A central theme running throughout Casper's life is his faith, as he struggles with the loss of fellow pilots and confronts life's inconsistencies and disappointments. This is a story about his growth and trust in his Creator, whose tenacious spirit never left him, even during the devastating Challenger and Columbia disasters. Readers interested in stories of true adventure or overcoming adversity will discover unique drama and insight. Those trying to reach their dreams, whatever they are, will find inspiration; those unsure or challenged in their faith will find encouragement"-- |
| Beschreibung: | 1 online resource : illustrations (chiefly color). |
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| spelling | Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- author. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n2021068485 The sky above : an astronaut's memoir of adventure, persistence, and faith / Colonel John H. Casper, USAF (Ret.). West Lafayette, Indiana : Purdue University Press, [2022] 1 online resource : illustrations (chiefly color). text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Purdue studies in aeronautics and astronautics Includes bibliographical references. Cover -- THE SKY ABOVE -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Part I -- 1. A Lesson in Courage -- 2. My Crazy Dream -- 3. First Adventures -- 4. Ramblin' Wrecks, Falcons, and Boilermakers -- Part II -- 5. Tweets, Talons, and Super Sabres -- 6. Combat with the Lucky Devils -- 7. Cold War Fighter Pilot -- 8. Experimental Test Pilot -- 9. Life in the Puzzle Palace -- Part III -- 10. Challenger and Return to Flight -- 11. Space Shuttle Rookie -- 12. Space Shuttle Commander -- 13. Microgravity Lab -- 14. Saving the Space Station -- 15. A Four-Rendezvous Flight -- Part IV 16. Safety Director -- 17. The Unthinkable Happens -- 18. Return to Flight . . . Again -- 19. First Test Flight of Orion -- Acknowledgments -- Appendix: Aircraft and Spacecraft Flown -- Glossary -- Notes -- Bibliography -- About the Author "Looking up at the stars at the age of ten, John Casper dreamed of being a space explorer. The Sky Above tells how persistence and determination led to flying in space, after serving the nation as a combat fighter pilot and test pilot. Despite life-threatening experiences and failures, his spiritual faith was pivotal in overcoming life's challenges. Through vivid storytelling, the reader rides alongside the author in the cockpit, feeling the fear of enemy antiaircraft fire and the pressure of high g-forces during combat maneuvering. His insider accounts of four Space Shuttle missions vividly describe exhilarating launches, the magical experience of weightlessness, and the magnificent beauty of Earth from hundreds of miles above. A central theme running throughout Casper's life is his faith, as he struggles with the loss of fellow pilots and confronts life's inconsistencies and disappointments. This is a story about his growth and trust in his Creator, whose tenacious spirit never left him, even during the devastating Challenger and Columbia disasters. Readers interested in stories of true adventure or overcoming adversity will discover unique drama and insight. Those trying to reach their dreams, whatever they are, will find inspiration; those unsure or challenged in their faith will find encouragement"-- Provided by publisher. Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on March 11, 2022). Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n2021068485 Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- Astronauts United States Biography. Astronautes États-Unis Biographies. BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Science & Technology bisacsh Astronauts fast United States fast Biographies fast Print version: Casper, John H. 1943- Sky above West Lafayette, Indiana : Purdue University Press, 2022 9781612497167 (DLC) 2021055624 Purdue studies in aeronautics and astronautics. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/no2018021561 FWS01 ZDB-4-EBA FWS_PDA_EBA https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=3034813 Volltext |
| spellingShingle | Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- The sky above : an astronaut's memoir of adventure, persistence, and faith / Purdue studies in aeronautics and astronautics. Cover -- THE SKY ABOVE -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Part I -- 1. A Lesson in Courage -- 2. My Crazy Dream -- 3. First Adventures -- 4. Ramblin' Wrecks, Falcons, and Boilermakers -- Part II -- 5. Tweets, Talons, and Super Sabres -- 6. Combat with the Lucky Devils -- 7. Cold War Fighter Pilot -- 8. Experimental Test Pilot -- 9. Life in the Puzzle Palace -- Part III -- 10. Challenger and Return to Flight -- 11. Space Shuttle Rookie -- 12. Space Shuttle Commander -- 13. Microgravity Lab -- 14. Saving the Space Station -- 15. A Four-Rendezvous Flight -- Part IV 16. Safety Director -- 17. The Unthinkable Happens -- 18. Return to Flight . . . Again -- 19. First Test Flight of Orion -- Acknowledgments -- Appendix: Aircraft and Spacecraft Flown -- Glossary -- Notes -- Bibliography -- About the Author Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n2021068485 Casper, John H. (John Howard), 1943- Astronauts United States Biography. Astronautes États-Unis Biographies. BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Science & Technology bisacsh Astronauts fast |
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| title_full | The sky above : an astronaut's memoir of adventure, persistence, and faith / Colonel John H. Casper, USAF (Ret.). |
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