Non-Fiction Pick of the Week: Canadians in Space

Canadians in Space: the forever frontier by John Melady 2009

Can you name the Canadians who have been in space? Which astronaut was born in Sault Ste. Marie? Which astronaut recently flew a replica of the Silver Dart to mark the 100th anniversary of Canadian flight? Which astronaut while hurtling through space at 10 miles per second was temporarily blinded – the only thing keeping him from floating into space was the foot restraints to the shuttle? You’ll find there is a substantial fear factor involved in this line of work despite all the years of training and work. In a brief (232 pages), but highly informative book, each fascinating and amazing astronaut is profiled along with the Canadian contributions of technology and inventions. For more information about outer space, visit our Former Site of the Week –July 16 at BPL.