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Erin
Apr 12, 2012 rated it liked it
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Like most of Roach's books this is an "everything you always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask" about a certain topic, this time space - specifically focusing on food, elimination, sex and other everyday tasks that become very difficult in zero gravity. Roach had great access, so the book is quite interesting and a must for space buffs. ...more
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Amy (folkpants)
May 22, 2014 rated it really liked it
Mary Roach's books are delightful. She gives us very interesting facts along with a quirkiness that my sense of humor greatly appreciates. This book is no exception. It puts fun into knowing everything there is about surviving in the environment of space. Including an in-depth chapter about the mechanisms of motion sickness- which made me feel completely vindicated and not so much a weenie for getting all pukey in the car! ...more
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Kristen
Oct 20, 2020 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
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Martha
Jul 08, 2012 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
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Really have enjoyed all of Mary Roach's books and am enjoying this one as well!

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