It's a question of space : an ordinary astronaut's answers to sometimes extraordinary questions

Having spent over 150 days on his first tour of the International Space Station, it’s safe to say that Clayton C. Anderson knows a thing or two about space travel. Now retired and affectionately known as “Astro Clay” by his many admirers on social media and the Internet, Anderson has fielded thousands of questions over the years about spaceflight, living in space, and what it’s like to be an astronaut. Written with honesty and razor-sharp wit, __It’s a Question of Space__ gathers Anderson’s often humorous answers to these questions and more in a book that will beguile young adults and space buffs alike. Covering topics as intriguing as walking in space, what astronauts are supposed to do when they see UFOs, and what role astronauts play in espionage, Anderson’s book is written in an accessible question-and-answer format that covers nearly all aspects of life in space imaginable. From living in zero gravity to going to the bathroom up there, __It’s a Question of Space__ leaves no stone unturned in this witty firsthand account of life as an astronaut. Covering an impressive amount of material, A Question of Space is an engaging read for those fascinated by the history of the space program. Jeff Fleischer, Foreword Reviews Having spent over 150 days on his first tour of the International Space Station, its safe to say that Clayton C. Anderson knows a thing or two about space travel. Now retired and affectionately known as Astro Clay by his many admirers on social media and the Internet, Anderson has fielded thousands of questions over the years about spaceflight, living in space, and what its like to be an astronaut. Written with honesty and razor-sharp wit, Its a Question of Space gathers Andersons often humorous answers to these questions and more in a book that will beguile young adults and space buffs alike. Covering topics as intriguing as walking in space, what astronauts are supposed to do when they see UFOs, and what role astronauts play in espionage, Andersons book is written inan accessiblequestion-and-answer format that covers nearly all aspects of life in space imaginable. From living in zero gravity to going to the bathroom up there, Its a Question of Space leaves no stone unturned in this witty firsthand account of life as an astronaut. "Having spent over 150 days on his first tour of the International Space Station, its safe to say that Clayton C. Anderson knows a thing or two about space travel. Now retired and affectionately known as "Astro Clay" by his many admirers on social media and the Internet, Anderson has fielded thousands of questions over the years about spaceflight, living in space, and what its like to be an astronaut. Written with honesty and razor-sharp wit, Its a Question of Space gathers Andersons often humorous answers to these questions and more in a book that will beguile young adults and space buffs alike." -- (Source of summary not specified) Cover 1 Title Page 4 Copyright Page 5 Contents 6 Acknowledgments 8 Introduction 10 List of Abbreviations 12 1. The Life of an Astronaut 16 2. The Basics of Outer Space 46 3. ET Phone Home 52 4. The International Space Station 56 5. Space Physiology and Psychology 80 6. Space Celebrity and Miscellany 110 7. Philosophy and Politics 120 8. Normal Spaceflight Operations 130 9. Space Suits and Space Walks 156 10. So You Wanna Be an Astronaut? 176