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Calculating Stars
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Elma York is a woman from 1952 who wants to become an astronaut, but prejudice has kept her grounded. To save humanity, the world unites to form the International Aerospace Coalition to colonize the Moon and Mars.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2019
Publisher: Rebellion
Winner of the 2019 Nebula, Locus, and Hugo Awards!
One woman. One mission. One chance to save the world.
It's 1952, and the world as we know it is gone. A meteorite has destroyed Washington, DC, triggering extinction-level global warming. To save humanity, the world unites to form the International Aerospace Coalition. Its mission: to colonize the Moon and Mars.
Elma York, a World War Two pilot and mathematician, dreams of becoming an astronaut – but prejudice has kept her grounded. Now, nothing – and no man – will stop her from reaching for the stars.
Elma's journey is filled with challenges and obstacles. She must overcome discrimination and prove her worth to the male-dominated aerospace industry. But she is determined to succeed, and with the help of her fellow astronauts, she embarks on a mission to colonize the Moon.
On the Moon, Elma and her team face numerous challenges, including extreme temperatures, gravity, and isolation. But they persevere, and with each success, they gain more confidence and knowledge.
As they prepare to colonize Mars, Elma faces even greater challenges. She must navigate the treacherous terrain of the Red Planet, deal with the effects of long-term space travel, and face the threat of alien life.
But Elma is not alone. She is supported by her fellow astronauts, the International Aerospace Coalition, and the people of Earth. And with her determination and courage, she may just be able to save the world from extinction.
In the end, Elma York becomes a hero, a symbol of hope and inspiration for generations to come. She proves that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams.
Weight: 366g
Dimension: 199 x 132 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781087312
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