Read the bestselling book that inspired the ABC television series.As America's Mercury Seven astronauts were launched on death-defying missions; television cameras focused on the brave smiles of their young wives. Overnight; these women were transformed from military spouses into American royalty. They had tea with Jackie Kennedy; appeared on the cover of Life magazine; and quickly grew into fashion icons.Annie Glenn; with her picture-perfect marriage; was the envy of the other wives; JFK made it clear that platinum-blonde Rene Carpenter was his favorite; and licensed pilot Trudy Cooper arrived with a secret that needed to stay hidden from NASA. Together with the other wives they formed the Astronaut Wives Club; providing one another with support and friendship; coffee and cocktails.As their celebrity rose-and as divorce and tragedy began to touch their lives-the wives continued to rally together; forming bonds that would withstand the test of time; and they have stayed friends for over half a century. THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB tells the story of the women who stood beside some of the biggest heroes in American history.
#786686 in Books Simon Schuster 2011-05-03 2011-05-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.81 x .80 x 5.63l; .60 #File Name: 145162350X272 pages
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Forged In Faith; by Rod GraggBy MarcusForged in Faith is both eye opening and jaw dropping. What we don't know about our history and our founding will shock you. Unless you are a historian into source documents you may already know what Gragg pulls from the dust heap of history; if not...enjoy the ride into new frontiers. The content; sources; and footnotes are an express lane through the thoughts and intents of our Founding Fathers. Bravo and Hurrah for Gragg and his research. Thank you for uncovering the past. - Marcus from Dallas; TX2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Best Book In a Long TimeBy CustomerI generally hate reading; but I love history and I'm a strong Christian. When I heard Glenn Beck recommend this book on his radio program I thought I would give it a try. I'm generally a slow reader; but I read six chapters of this book in one setting. That is amazing for me. If you have any interest in history this book will hook you. I thought I knew a great deal about the birth of our nation; but this has taught me so much more. If you home school this would be an amazing book to teach us about the birth of our nation.I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Debra J VanKoeveringIt was a faith building book
