Space Study

For fans of The Astronaut Wives Club, The Mercury 13 reveals the little-known true story of the remarkable women who trained for NASA space flight. In 1961, just as NASA launched its first man into space, a group of women underwent secret testing in the hopes of becoming America’s first female astronauts. They passed the same battery of tests at the legendary Lovelace Foundation as did the Mercury 7 astronauts, but they were summarily dismissed by the boys’ club at NASA and on Capitol Hill.

Blending cutting-edge ideas with incisive spiritual insights, Evolutionaries is the first popular presentation of an emerging school of thought called "evolutionary spirituality". Carter Phipps, the former executive editor of EnlightenNext magazine, asserts that evolution is not only a scientific but also a spiritual idea in an audiobook whose message has the power to bring new meaning and purpose to life as we know it.

Feminist City: A Field Guide combines memoir, feminist theory, pop culture, and geography to expose what is hidden in plain sight: the social inequalities built right into our cities, homes, and neighbourhoods. Focusing on gendered experiences of the city, the books grapples with the challenge of claiming urban space amongst barriers designed to keep women “in their place”. From the geography of rape culture to the politics of snow removal, the city is an ongoing site of gendered struggle. Yet the city is perhaps also our best hope for shaping new social relations....

Escape the ordinary and transform the world around you with "Reinventing Spaces," a trailblazing eBook that will redefine your understanding of architecture, history, and sustainability. Bring your imagination to the very edges of innovation as you embark on a comprehensive journey through the dynamic field of adaptive reuse—a movement proving that the past can be the foundation for a future charged with creativity and environmental consciousness. Venture into the philosophical core of adaptive reuse in the enthralling opening chapters, where you’ll explore the nuanced balance between ...

"Imagine if a Martian showed up, all big ears and big nose like a child’s drawing, and he asked to be baptized. How would you react?" Pope Francis posed that question - without insisting on an answer! - to provoke deeper reflection about inclusiveness and diversity in the Church. But it's not the first time that question has been asked.

Recent polls report that 96-percent of Americans believe in God, and 73-percent believe that angels regularly visit Earth. Why is this? Why, despite the rise of science, technology, and secular education, are people turning to religion in greater numbers than ever before? Why do people believe in God at all?

Signs are meant to point us toward something: Jesus. Story in the Stars takes an in-depth look at the Bible and all the signs God mapped out through constellations, planets, and even the way the Earth is tilted. We are uniquely designed by God, and he loves us so much that he ensured a way for all inhabitants of the Earth, through all of time, to see the messages of salvation and redemption that he painted in the stars.

This is a Tamil summary of the book 'Cosmos', by Carl Sagan. Based on the hugely popular television series, 'Cosmos' that has ignited the passion of millions who yearned to explore the vast expanse of our universe, and is one of Carl Sagan's most iconic works. Through poetic language, Sagan captures our imagination, helping us understand the enormous scale of the universe, alongside gaining an appreciation for the great thinkers who propelled humanity to the stars.

What does it mean to be human, to live on planet Earth, in the universe as it is now understood? Best-selling author and mathematical cosmologist Brain Swimme takes us on a journey through the cosmos in search of the “new story” that is developing in answer to this age-old question.

Is it science? Is it religion? What exactly is the Design Revolution? This book answers the toughest questions about Intelligent Design. As the Intelligent Design movement has gained momentum over recent years, questions have naturally arisen to challenge its provocative claims. With clarity and concision, William Dembski responds to the most vexing questions and objections raised by experts and non-experts.

In Space/Time Magic Foundations, Taylor Ellwood has created a guide to how space/time magic works, where he walks you through how to apply the elements of time, space, memory, and imagination to your magical practice so you that can possibilities into realities. If you’ve struggled with results based magic, or just want to learn how space/time magic can become another part of your practical magic process, Taylor will show you how to turn time and space into your allies so that you can turn possibilities into reality.

This third edition surveys the applicability of Egyptian cosmological concepts to our modern understanding of the nature of the universe, creation, science, and philosophy. Egyptian cosmology is humanistic, coherent, comprehensive, consistent, logical, analytical, and rational.

A travelogue suffused with the wisdom of an ancient religious tradition, Humble Before the Void is a modern-day encounter between Western science and Buddhist philosophy. In this narrative, you'll discover the relationship between ancient Indian philosophical and spiritual tradition and modern science through the experiences of a select group of Tibetan monks.

Get ready to get unladylike with this field guide to the whats, whys, and hows of intersectional feminism and practical hell-raising. Through essential, inclusive, and illustrated explorations of what patriarchy looks like in the real world, authors and podcast hosts Cristen Conger and Caroline Ervin blend wild histories, astounding stats, social justice principles, and self-help advice to connect where the personal meets political in our bodies, brains, booty calls, bank accounts, and other confounding facets of modern woman-ing and nonbinary-ing.

What's it like to travel through space? From take off to landing to everything in between, listeners will learn the ins and outs of space travel.

Renowned astrophysicist, Dr. Noel Clay, has an impossible dilemma. He is faced with putting his reputation at risk by announcing something that will make him the laughing stock of the scientific community. He invites an eclectic mix of scientists, theologians, and world celebrities to a secret destination to try and explain what it is he has learned. Not knowing what to expect and fearing the worst, he decides to declare his intentions even though he knows the outcome will ruin everything he has stood for throughout his life.

Women physicists and astronomers from around the world have transformed science and society, but the critical roles they played in their fields are not always well-sung. Her Space, Her Time, authored by award-winning quantum physicist Shohini Ghose, brings together the stories of these remarkable women to celebrate their indelible scientific contributions. Her Space, Her Time is a story of innovation, leadership, and overcoming invisibility that will leave a lasting impression on any listener curious about the rule-breakers and trendsetters who illuminated our understanding of the universe.

Dive into the world of tiny living with unparalleled depth and detail with our comprehensive guide - "Tiny House Plumbing and Electrical Systems". This eBook will serve as your ultimate guide, answering all your questions and quenching your thirst for knowledge about the intricate details of tiny house utilities. Have you ever fantasized about downsizing your life and embracing the minimalist, eco-friendly charm of a tiny house? Or perhaps you're a DIY enthusiast eager to learn more about the complexities of plumbing and electrical installations and their maintenance in a compact space? ...

February 1, 2003. A light flashed over a Texas sky and twisted metal rained across the countryside. As images of the wreckage from the Space Shuttle Columbia streamed across the nation's television screens, they became forever burned into our memories. But behind those images were stories that remained untold...until now.

What is daily life like in space? How do astronauts cook, sleep, and go to the bathroom? Listeners will learn all about the interesting daily life of an astronaut.