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Chris Hadfield’s Fictional Universe Is Rooted in Real Space History

Chris Hadfield’s Fictional Universe Is Rooted in Real Space History

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Astronaut-turned-author Chris Hadfield discusses his new thriller Final Orbit, which weaves real cold war history, space race geopolitics and firsthand experience into a gripping work of fiction.

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What happens when a real-life astronaut turns to fiction? In
this episode, Chris Hadfield shares how decades of spaceflight and
global diplomacy inspired his latest novel, Final Orbit, a cold war
thriller packed with historical intrigue and technical precision.
Host Rachel Feltman dives into Hadfield’s creative process and the
eerie parallels between past and present geopolitics. Recommended
Reading Final Orbit, by Chris Hadfield. Mulholland Books, 2025
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