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Book Review: The Overview Effect, 4th Edition
Without exception, astronauts report seeing the Earth from space results in feeling a stronger, more protective connection with the Earth and a deepened awareness of the commonality of all human beings. The borders between countries disappear in the view from space; and the differences of cultures, politics, and competing religions disappear along with them.
Book Review: From the Earth to the Moon: The Miniseries Companion
“From the Earth to the Moon” was a twelve-part HBO mini-series which first aired on April 5, 1998. The series was produced by Bruce Glazer, Ron Howard and Tom Hanks and based on a book by Andrew Chaiken entitled A Man on the Moon that was published in 1994.
NSS Space Forum May 19: How Biosphere 2 Is Helping Prepare Astronauts for Moon and Mars
The National Space Society invites you to the next Space Forum Thursday, May 19, 2022, 9:00 pm to 10:15 pm EDT Space Analog for the Moon and Mars (SAM): How Research at Biosphere 2 Will Prepare Astronauts for Actual Missions Register for this Space Forum With Special...
NSS Board of Directors Election is Underway
Ballots have been distributed to eligible NSS members for the 2022 NSS Board of Directors Election. Here is what to do if you have not received a ballot: First, check your email spam folder. 76% of members were sent emails with voting instructions and a link to an...
NSS Iowa Chapter presents “Moon Talk” via Zoom May 23
"Moon Talk" tells the story of how the Collins Radio Company in Cedar Rapids, Iowa developed the communication systems for the Apollo program. This documentary video will be shown in person and via Zoom at the next meeting of the Iowa chapter of the National Space...
NSS Space Forum May 5: Space Mission Patches
You are Invited to the next NSS Space Forum Thursday, May 5, 202, 9:00 pm to 10:15 pm EDT Space Mission Patches: The Artistry, History and Meaning Behind Their Design Register here for this free Space Forum With Special Guests Along with their training, an important...
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