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Yuri Gagarin – First Human in Space (And Why He Was Really Just Looking for Parking)

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"Discover the untold, humorous side of Yuri Gagarin’s historic space journey! From dodging Moscow traffic to searching for the perfect parking spot in space, this quirky take on Gagarin’s adventure will have you laughing while learning about the first human in space. A must-read for space lovers and humor fans alike!"Ah, 1961. A simpler time. The world’s biggest concern was not global warming, but where the heck to park your spaceship. Enter Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet pilot and cosmonaut, who became the first human to journey into outer space on April 12, 1961. But, behind that stoic face and glorious space suit? A man just trying to escape the ultimate parking nightmare. The Cosmic Parking Dilemma Let’s set the scene. It’s the height of the Cold War, and Yuri’s been circling around Moscow in his little Lada for hours, trying to find a spot. Everywhere he goes, it’s either reserved for "comrade leaders" or no-parking zones enforced by some serious babushkas. After about...