Reviews
"In this detailed, narrative autobiography, he writes with a sense of humor and humility about his six missions and his work back on Earth as a technical advisor in Houston for space missions."
--Book News
"Has the depth of a NASA mission report, but reads like… a novel."
--Ad Astra- the magazine of the National Space Society
“An excellent read… a fascinating walk through time.”
--Quest: The History of Spaceflight Quarterly
“A fascinating firsthand account from a modern hero.”
--PurePolitics.com
“An incredible read, fast paced at times with great insight to Young’s mind.”
--Examiner.com
“An intensely enjoyable book… it tells the tale of a man who rose from humble beginnings and achieved truly remarkable things.”
--AmericaSpace
“Essential reading for space buffs.”
--This Space Available (blog)
“Packed with minute technical detail that space enthusiasts will devour, Young’s story also reveals personal side of the program… at 82, Young hasn’t lost his enthusiasm for space exploration, one that he communicates on every page.”
--Publishers Weekly
“A true American hero.”
--The Sun News Network