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Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years The Astronauts' Experiences in Their Own Words,New
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An unprecedented look at the Space Shuttle experience, as told by the astronauts themselves. The editors of Air & Space/Smithsonian magazine wrote all of the people who have flown on the Space Shuttle since 1981 with a simple request: Tell us your best stories. The astronauts' fascinating and candid responses reveal the drama of the Shuttle experience, from launch to landing, like no other book has to date. More than 300 stunning pictures selected from deep in the NASA archives, most have never been published. Personal anecdotes drawn from written submissions or original interviews with 77 Shuttle astronauts. Historical section highlights in words and pictures the greatest accomplishments of the Shuttle's first two decades. Complete with brief descriptions of all 103 flights from April 1981 to April 2001, Space Shuttle includes a foreword written by astronaut Jim Lovell, who was portrayed by Tom Hanks in the film Apollo 13.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years'? A: The book provides an unprecedented look at the Space Shuttle experience, featuring firsthand accounts from astronauts who flew on the Shuttle, detailing their personal stories and experiences.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in space exploration? A: Yes, the book is ideal for anyone interested in space exploration, as it includes personal anecdotes and historical achievements related to the Space Shuttle program.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by DK Publishing.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Space Shuttle: The First 20 Years' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2002.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book features more than 300 stunning pictures, many of which have never been published before.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Edition of the book.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as New.
- Q: Is there a foreword in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a foreword written by astronaut Jim Lovell.