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One Giant Leap: The Impossible Mission That Flew Us to the Moon,New
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The remarkable story of the trailblazers and the ordinary Americans on the front lines of the epic mission to reach the moon.President John F. Kennedy astonished the world on May 25, 1961, when he announced to Congress that the United States should land a man on the Moon by 1970. No group was more surprised than the scientists and engineers at NASA, who suddenly had less than a decade to invent space travel.When Kennedy announced that goal, no one knew how to navigate to the Moon. No one knew how to build a rocket big enough to reach the Moon, or how to build a computer small enough (and powerful enough) to fly a spaceship there. No one knew what the surface of the Moon was like, or what astronauts could eat as they flew there. On the day of Kennedys historic speech, America had a total of fifteen minutes of spaceflight experiencewith just five of those minutes outside the atmosphere. Russian dogs had more time in space than U.S. astronauts. Over the next decade, more than 400,000 scientists, engineers, and factory workers would send 24 astronauts to the Moon. Each hour of space flight would require one million hours of work back on Earth to get America to the Moon on July 20, 1969.More than fifty years later, One Giant Leap is the sweeping, definitive behindthescenes account of the furious race to complete one of mankinds greatest achievements. Its a story filled with surprisesfrom the item the astronauts almost forgot to take with them (the American flag), to the extraordinary impact Apollo would have back on Earth, and on the way we live today.Charles Fishman introduces readers to the men and women who had to solve 10,000 problems before astronauts could reach the Moon. From the research labs of MIT, where the eccentric and legendary pioneer Charles Draper created the tools to fly the Apollo spaceships, to the factories where dozens of women sewed spacesuits, parachutes, and even computer hardware by hand, Fishman captures the exceptional feats of these ordinary Americans. One Giant Leap is the captivating story of men and women charged with changing the world as we knew ittheir leaders, their triumphs, their near disasters, all of which led to arguably the greatest success story, and the greatest adventure story, of the twentieth century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'One Giant Leap'? A: 'One Giant Leap' tells the remarkable story of the efforts made by scientists, engineers, and ordinary Americans to achieve the monumental goal of landing a man on the Moon.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is written by Charles Fishman, who explores the historical events and key figures involved in the Apollo moon missions.
- Q: When was 'One Giant Leap' published? A: 'One Giant Leap' was published on June 11, 2019.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, making it a durable option for readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'One Giant Leap' contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While the book is primarily targeted towards adults and young adults interested in history and space exploration, it can also be educational for younger readers with an interest in science.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include innovation, teamwork, the challenges of space travel, and the cultural impact of the Apollo missions on American society.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: While the book focuses on narrative storytelling, it may include some photographs or illustrations to complement the text, enhancing the reader's understanding of the Apollo missions.
- Q: What makes this book different from other books about the Moon landing? A: 'One Giant Leap' stands out by providing a behind-the-scenes account of the everyday people who worked tirelessly to make the Moon landing possible, highlighting their stories and contributions.
- Q: Can I find this book in eBook format? A: Yes, 'One Giant Leap' is also available in eBook format for those who prefer digital reading options.