To Space and Back Author:Sally Ride, Susan Okie Much has been written about the vast scientific importance of space exploration, but very little about the human side of being a member of an astronaut crew. In this book, with the help of journalist Susan Okie, Sally Ride shares the personal experience of traveling into space.America's first woman astronaut answers questions most frequently ask... more »ed about a journey through space. "An engrossing account."-- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books. "Clear, non-technical descriptions and large, bright color photographs."--Kirkus Reviews.« less