Space Force America - Series One The Early Years |
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Author:
| Gibson, Murt |
ISBN: | 979-8-5070-6561-5 |
Publication Date: | May 2021 |
Publisher: | Independently Published
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $5.96 |
Book Description:
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Inspired by the real U.S. Space Force and the author's experiences in NASA's Shuttle Program, Space Force America : Series One - The Early Years is a collection of seven short stories chronicling Ron Sawyer's career in Space Force America. A former USAF fighter pilot, NASA astronaut, and now SFA combat pilot and tactical analyst, Sawyer is tasked with protecting America's access to and presence in outer space. The stories of Series One track Sawyer and his closest associates through...
More DescriptionInspired by the real U.S. Space Force and the author's experiences in NASA's Shuttle Program, Space Force America : Series One - The Early Years is a collection of seven short stories chronicling Ron Sawyer's career in Space Force America. A former USAF fighter pilot, NASA astronaut, and now SFA combat pilot and tactical analyst, Sawyer is tasked with protecting America's access to and presence in outer space. The stories of Series One track Sawyer and his closest associates through orbital and deep space adventures advancing the mission of SFA. Set in the 2030 timeframe, advancements in governmental and civilian space capabilities and enterprises have made outer space a war zone. Even the simplest training or reconnaissance mission puts lives and resources on the line.These stories will entertain and educate the reader in the basics of engineering, science, and extraterrestrial flight that we can expect in the near future. The cast of totally believable characters carries through the series and you will come to identify with their traits, foibles, and strengths. The culmination of the series takes on the issues of colonization and commercialization of outer space within the idealistic fabric of international space law and unbridled expansion of space travel.