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Book Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER. Astronaut Jim Lovell and coauthor Jeffrey Kluger’s harrowing account of the Apollo 13 disaster. Serving as the basis for Ron Howard’s blockbuster Apollo 13, the book reveals true details not shown in the movie. Thrilling and evocative, you feel as though you’re alongside Lovell in the lunar module. Written with all the color and drama of the best fiction, Apollo 13 tells the full story of the moon shot that almost ended in catastrophe. Minutes after a mid-flight explosion, the three astronauts are forced to abandon the main ship for the lunar module, a tiny craft designed to keep two men alive for just two days.
As the hours tick away, the narrative shifts from the crippled spacecraft to Mission Control, from engineers searching desperately for a way to fix the ship to Lovell's wife and children praying for his safe return. The entire nation watches as one crisis after another is met and overcome. By the time the ship splashes down in the Pacific, we understand why the heroic effort to rescue Lovell and his crew is considered by many to be NASA’s finest hour.
Inspiring and astonishing, the story of Apollo 13 is a timeless tribute to the enduring American spirit and sparkling individual heroism.
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Step into the thrilling world of space exploration with the National Bestseller, Apollo 13. Written by astronaut Jim Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger, this gripping account of the Apollo 13 disaster will leave you on the edge of your seat. Experience the true story behind the blockbuster movie as you're transported into the lunar module alongside the astronauts, feeling the tension and drama of their harrowing journey.
Discover the untold details of the moon shot that almost ended in catastrophe. From the electrifying mid-flight explosion to the heart-stopping moments in the lunar module, Apollo 13 captures the courage, resilience, and sheer determination of the astronauts and the teams on the ground. It's a riveting tale that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Witness history in the making as the nation rallies behind the astronauts, engineers, and families during NASA's finest hour. Experience the inspiring and astonishing events that unfold as every obstacle is met head-on and overcome. Apollo 13 is more than a story of space exploration – it's a testament to the indomitable American spirit and the power of human ingenuity in the face of adversity.
Ready to embark on this unforgettable journey to the stars? Dive into the pages of Apollo 13 and immerse yourself in a story that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.
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