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Spacecraft: 100 Iconic Rockets, Shuttles, And Satellites That Put Us In Space
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Spacecraft Takes A Long Look At Humankind'S Attempts And Advances In Leaving Earth Through Incredible Illustrations And Authoritatively Written Profiles On Sputnik, The International Space Station, And Beyond.In 1957, The World Looked On With Both Uncertainty And Amazement As The Soviet Union Launched Sputnik 1, The First Manmade Orbiter. Sputnik 1 Would Spend Three Months Circling Earth Every 98 Minutes And Covering 71 Million Miles In The Process. The Worlds Space Programs Have Traveled Far (Literally And Figuratively) Since Then, And The Spacecraft They Have Developed And Deployed Represent Almost Unthinkable Advances For Such A Relatively Short Period.This Ambitiously Illustrated Aerospace History Profiles And Depicts Spacecraft Fromsputnik 1 Through The International Space Station, Andeverything In Between, Including Concepts That Have Yet To Actually Venture Outside The Earths Atmosphere. Illustrator And Aerospace Professional Giuseppe De Chiara Teams Up With Aerospace Historian Michael Gorn To Present A Huge, Profusely Illustrated, And Authoritatively Written Collection Of Profiles Depicting And Describing The Design, Development, And Deployment Of These Manned And Unmanned Spacecraft. Satellites, Capsules, Spaceplanes, Rockets, And Space Stations Are Illustrated In Multipleview, Sometimes Crosssection, And In Many Cases Shown In Archival Period Photography To Provide Further Historical Context.Dividing The Book By Era, De Chiara And Gorn Feature Spacecraft Not Only From The United States And Soviet Union/Russia, But Also From The European Space Agency And China. The Marvels Examined In This Volume Include The Rockets Energia, Falcon 9, And Vega; The Hubble Space Telescope; The Cassini Space Probe; And The Mars Rovers, Opportunity And Curiosity.Authoritatively Written And Profusely Illustrated With More Than 500 Stunning Artworks, Spacecraft: 100 Iconic Rockets, Shuttles, And Satellites That Put Us In Space Is Sure To Become A Definitive Guide To The History Of Manned Space Exploration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Spacecraft: 100 Iconic Rockets, Shuttles, and Satellites That Put Us in Space'? A: The book focuses on humankind's advancements in space exploration, featuring iconic spacecraft such as rockets, shuttles, and satellites, along with their historical context and illustrations.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Michael Gorn, an aerospace historian, and illustrated by Giuseppe De Chiara, an aerospace professional.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book includes over 500 stunning artworks, featuring multiple-view illustrations, cross-sections, and archival photographs to provide a comprehensive visual understanding of each spacecraft.
- Q: How is the content of the book organized? A: The book is divided by era, showcasing spacecraft from the United States, Soviet Union/Russia, the European Space Agency, and China.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible to a wide audience, making it suitable for both adults and younger readers interested in space exploration.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is published in hardcover format, offering durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Spacecraft' contain? A: The book contains a total of 224 pages filled with detailed profiles and illustrations of various spacecraft.
- Q: When was 'Spacecraft: 100 Iconic Rockets, Shuttles, and Satellites That Put Us in Space' published? A: The book was published on September 4, 2018.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and in excellent condition, ready for readers.
- Q: Can this book serve as a reference for educators? A: Yes, the book can serve as a valuable educational resource for teachers and students interested in aerospace history and technology.