A forthcoming book set to be released this autumn will chronicle Jeremy Hansen’s groundbreaking voyage on the Artemis II mission. Titled “Earthrise: A Canadian Astronaut’s Journey into Deep Space,” the book will narrate Hansen’s experience as the first Canadian to venture into deep space. John Larsen, a former senior military public affairs officer, is the author of this upcoming publication.
The Artemis II mission, which included Hansen along with NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, marked a significant milestone by breaking the record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth. This mission garnered significant attention and admiration from Canadians, as it represented the first crewed lunar mission in over five decades.
During the 10-day mission, the crew conducted various tests on systems such as communication via NASA’s Deep Space Network (DSN) and studied how the human body responds in space. While the crew did not land on the moon, Hansen made history by becoming the first Canadian and non-American to journey to the moon. The mission also offered the crew unprecedented views of lunar landscapes never witnessed before.
Hansen expressed his sentiments on the significance of the Artemis II mission, stating that it symbolizes the advancement of space exploration and innovation. The book “Earthrise” will delve into Hansen’s extensive training, his pursuit of becoming an astronaut, and the remarkable lunar mission that propelled him into deep space.
Earlier this year, Hansen announced his retirement after serving 17 years as an astronaut at the Canadian Space Agency. Larsen, the author of “Earthrise,” conducted in-depth interviews with Hansen to craft this narrative of personal accomplishment, national pride, and the pursuit of dreams. The book is scheduled to be published by HarperCollinsCanada on October 27, 2026.
