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Mary Roach and packing for Mars

August 14, 2013Environment

Even in the best of times, life in space is filled with petty tasks, fatigue and boredom. So says journalist Mary Roach. The World’s Anchor David Baron interviews her about her new book called ‘Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void.’

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