The Right Stuff
by Tom Wolfe
The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe holds a highly rated rating of 4.23 out of 5, based on 30.7K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 352 pages.
About The Right Stuff
When the future began...The men had it. Yeager. Conrad. Grissom. Glenn. Heroes ... the first Americans in space ... battling the Russians for control of the heavens ... putting their lives on the line.The women had it. While Mr. Wonderful was aloft, it tore your heart out that the Hero's Wife, down on the ground, had to perform with the whole world watching ... the TV Press Conference: "What's in your heart? Do you feel with him while he's in orbit?"The Right Stuff. It's the quality beyond bravery, beyond courage. It's men like Chuck Yeager, the greatest test pilot of all and the fastest man on earth. Pete Conrad, who almost laughed himself out of the running. Gus Grissom, who almost lost it when his capsule sank. John Glenn, the only space traveler whose apple-pie image wasn't a lie.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Tom Wolfe |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 352 |
| Kindle Price | $12.99 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, History, Science, Biography & Memoir, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.23 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 30,701 |
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What genre is The Right Stuff?
The Right Stuff is categorized as Non-Fiction, History, Science, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is The Right Stuff worth reading?
Based on 30.7K reader ratings, The Right Stuff has an average score of 4.23 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Right Stuff?
The Right Stuff has 352 pages.
Who wrote The Right Stuff?
The Right Stuff was written by Tom Wolfe. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for The Right Stuff?
The ISBN-13 for The Right Stuff is 9780553381350.0.
How much does The Right Stuff cost on Kindle?
The Right Stuff is available on Kindle for $12.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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