{"title":"Samantha Cristoforetti","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating world of space through the eyes of Samantha Cristoforetti, an astronaut and inspiring author whose writings take readers on extraordinary journeys beyond our planet. With a unique blend of personal narratives and scientific insights, Cristoforetti's works are a treasure for those intrigued by the cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eDiary of an Apprentice Astronaut\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an intimate glimpse into the rigorous training and exhilarating experiences of becoming an astronaut. It's a compelling read for both adults and young readers, combining personal anecdotes with the wonder of space exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Astronaut Diaries\u003c\/em\u003e, Cristoforetti crafts a more accessible entry point into the world of astronauts, making it a perfect choice for children and young readers eager to learn about the universe. Her ability to simplify complex scientific concepts ensures that even the youngest explorers feel engaged and inspired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese books sit comfortably within the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Books\u003c\/strong\u003e categories, reflecting Cristoforetti's talent for educating readers of all ages. Discover her collection today and embark on a literary journey to the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"diary-of-an-apprentice-astronaut-by-samantha-cristoforetti-9780141989549","title":"Diary of an Apprentice Astronaut","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enthralling memoir from the inspiring astronaut who spent six months in space—and is going back to the International Space Station just as the paperback is published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn space, the sun rises and sets 16 times a day. You fly over every sea, every mountain and desert, every city and every port. The most ordinary things—eating, sleeping, brushing your teeth or cutting your hair—have to be relearned until they become familiar again. This is the story of Samantha Cristoforetti's incredible journey to becoming an astronaut, and her journey beyond Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer voyage as an apprentice astronaut began when she was in her early thirties—five years of intense training around the world, from Houston to Japan to the legendary Star City in Russia. Countless hours were spent in centrifuges, spaceship simulators, and underwater for spacewalk practice. Then, one day, a rocket was waiting for her on the launch pad. After eight minutes of wild ascent, she was on orbit, crunched up with her two crewmates in a tiny spaceship that took them to the International Space Station. 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Why are robots so important to space exploration? And how do you wash your hair in zero gravity?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndi Futura, her older brother and their parents are about to become the first family in space... and she's sharing everything she learns while living aboard a space station with YOU!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover what life in space is really like in this fascinating read authored by real-life astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti. Andi's diary entries share the fun of slow cartwheeling around a space station and watching 16 sunrises and sunsets every day, while her reports to mission control will have you learning about how conducting science experiments in space can help humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan Andi do enough to show that she's capable of becoming a fully-fledged astronaut and commanding her own mission one day? Pull on your space helmet, strap on your oxygen tank, and dive into \u003cem\u003eThe Astronaut Diaries\u003c\/em\u003e to find out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46696197193964,"sku":"9780241683811","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/551653482274.jpg?v=1753680931"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/samantha-cristoforetti.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}