While living aboard the International Space Station for over five months, Commander Chris Hadfield became a worldwide sensation by sharing the experience of being an astronaut with millions. Whether answering questions such as, “How do you wring out a washcloth in space?” via Skype or collaborating with The Barenaked Ladies for an interactive music video, he used social media to bring life in space to the world. A heavily decorated astronaut, engineer, and pilot, Hadfield’s many awards include receiving the Order of Ontario, the Meritorious Service Cross, and the NASA Exceptional Service Medal.

Now Hadfield has written a children’s book, The Darkest Dark, inspired by his own childhood experience of overcoming fears and achieving his biggest dreams.

Buy the book

Check out Commander Hadfield performing Space Oddity aboard the International Space Station.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaOC9danxNo

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Presented by: Town Hall and Elliott Bay Book Company, as part of the Science series.

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