I Blu: Mercury 13: La Vera Storia Di Tredici Donne E del Sogno Di Volare Nello Spazio (Paperback)

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Even though the outcome is known - no, the women did not become astronauts - I was hoping for an inspiring story of endurance and passion, but in the end just felt depressed. While the women themselves were in the main admirable, especially Jerrie Cobb who campaigned tirelessly, I couldn't decide...

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A moving account of the women who, during the early stages of the space program, fought for the opportunity to go into space. Combating the prevailing attitudes of sexism, these daring, devoted pilots risked everything for this opportunity, and even underwent many of the same tests that the male ...

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This is an incredible story about women fighting not only to be astronauts and help our country beat the USSR in putting the first female in space, but also for equality during the civil rights era. Their courage, determination, and strength should be an example for all of us.