The Mercury 13

The Untold Story of America's First Female Astronauts

Written byMartha Ackmann

Narrated byJulie Eickhoff

Length8h29m

Release dateMay 23, 2014

GenreComputers & Technology, History & Culture, History

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.4 (118 ratings)

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Author	Martha Ackmann
Narrator	Julie Eickhoff
Runtime	8h29m
Published	May 23, 2014
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (118 ratings)
Categories	Computers & Technology, History & Culture, History, Americas, United States, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Science & Engineering, Science, Astronomy & Space Science, Aeronautics & Astronautics, Physics
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Dive into the remarkable tale of The Mercury 13, a group of pioneering women who dared to dream bigger than their time allowed. This audiobook explores their rigorous training and the relentless gender biases they faced, all narrated by Julie Eickhoff with a voice that commands attention and respect. Her performance brings the stories of these trailblazers to life, making for an engaging and enlightening listen.

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Expert narration by Julie Eickhoff brings every character and scene to life across 8h29m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Julie Eickhoff's narration is powerful and dynamic, perfectly capturing the spirit of The Mercury 13’s determined women. Each character feels vividly alive, thanks to her nuanced delivery. The pacing is brisk, maintaining a sense of urgency that mirrors the real-life race against time these women faced. Yet, it occasionally feels too fast during quieter introspective moments, slightly detracting from the emotional weight. Despite this minor critique, the production quality is top-notch, with clear sound and well-paced edits. This audiobook is not just history; it's a reminder of what can be achieved when ambition meets perseverance.

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