Moonshot : what landing a man on the moon teaches us about collaboration, creativity, and the mindset for success
(2019)

Nonfiction

Book

Call Numbers:
158.1/WISEMAN,R

Availability

Locations Call Number Status
Adult Nonfiction 158.1/WISEMAN,R Available

Details

PUBLISHED
New York : TarcherPerigee, 2019
DESCRIPTION

ix, 259 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

ISBN/ISSN
9780525538370 (hardback)
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

"On the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, renowned psychologist Richard Wiseman reveals the powerful life lessons behind humanity's greatest achievement. The historic moon landings were achieved against remarkable odds and within the space of just a few years. How can we apply the secrets of this astronomical success to our own goals, to achieve the impossible in work and in life? Psychologist Richard Wiseman brings together history, psychology, and self-help in this unique and powerful guide to achieving the impossible in work and in life. The result of intensive research, including interviews with surviving members of the Apollo mission-control team, Moonshot delivers eight key lessons on teamwork, leadership, persistence, creativity, and more, each one a vital part of the mindset for success. Filled with never-before-told stories and fresh insights, Moonshot sheds new light on the science of success--and empowers each of us to achieve the impossible"--

"On the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, renowned psychologist Richard Wiseman reveals the powerful life lessons behind humanity's greatest achievement"--