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Reaching For The Moon: A Short History Of The Space Race
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Fifty Years After The Moon Landing, A New History Of The Space Race Explores The Lives Of Both Soviet And American Engineersat The Dawn Of The Space Age, Technological Breakthroughs In Earth Orbit Flight Were Both Breathtaking Feats Of Ingenuity And Disturbances To A Delicate Global Balance Of Power. In This Short Book, Aerospace Historian Roger D. Launius Concisely And Engagingly Explores The Driving Force Of This Era: The Race To The Moon. Beginning With The Launch Of Sputnik 1 In October 1957 And Closing With The End Of The Apollo Program In 1972, Launius Examines How Early Space Exploration Blurred The Lines Between Military And Civilian Activities, And How Key Actions Led To Space Firsts As Well As Crushing Failures.Launius Places American And Soviet Programs On Equal Footingfollowing American Aerospace Engineers Wernher Von Braun And Robert Gilruth, Their Soviet Counterparts Sergei Korolev And Valentin Glushko, And Astronaut Buzz Aldrin And Cosmonaut Alexei Leonovto Highlight Key Actions That Led To Various Successes, Failures, And Ultimately The American Moon Landing.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Reaching for the Moon'? A: 'Reaching for the Moon' primarily explores the history of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union, highlighting the key figures, events, and technological advancements that led to the Moon landing.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Reaching for the Moon' is Roger D. Launius, a noted aerospace historian.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'Reaching for the Moon' was published on June 25, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does 'Reaching for the Moon' have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Reaching for the Moon' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a background in aerospace? A: Yes, 'Reaching for the Moon' is written in an engaging and concise manner, making it suitable for general readers interested in the history of space exploration.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, 'Reaching for the Moon' is an illustrated edition, providing visual context to the historical narrative.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the technological breakthroughs in space exploration, the military and civilian implications of the space race, and the significant achievements and failures of both American and Soviet space programs.
- Q: Can I gift this book to someone interested in history? A: Yes, 'Reaching for the Moon' makes an excellent gift for anyone interested in history, space exploration, or the technological advancements of the 20th century.
- Q: Is 'Reaching for the Moon' a good resource for research purposes? A: Yes, the book provides a well-researched overview of the space race and can serve as a useful resource for those studying aerospace history or related fields.