Why people recommend it
Endurance by Scott Kelly is a gripping memoir written by the astronaut detailing his remarkable year spent living and working aboard the International Space Station. On The Book Review podcast during an episode titled The Second Coming of the KKK, host Gilbert Cruz welcomed astronaut Scott Kelly to discuss his experiences and the memoir itself. Additionally, Ariel Ekblaw discussed the book on the Lex Fridman Podcast in an episode titled Ariel Ekblaw: Space Colonization and Self-Assembling Space Megastructures. Ekblaw referenced Kelly's literary work to highlight the profound physiological changes and human adaptation required for long-duration spaceflight after his extended mission in orbit. Both podcast mentions emphasize the personal and scientific significance of Kelly's journey, offering listeners a unique perspective on the physical and psychological realities of living in microgravity. The memoir continues to serve as an important touchstone for discussions regarding the future of human space exploration, aerospace engineering, and the resilience needed to endure the harsh environment of outer space for extended periods.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
- Ariel Ekblaw Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 1 mention
“astronaut Scott Kelly will be here to discuss his Memoir endurance”
Ariel Ekblaw — 1 mention
“so scott kelly wrote this amazing book after he spent a year in space”