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The Smithsonian History Of Space Exploration: From The Ancient World To The Extraterrestrial Future
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The First Indepth, Fully Illustrated History Of Global Space Discovery And Exploration From Ancient Times To The Modern Erathe Smithsonian History Of Space Exploration Examines Civilizations Continued Desire To Explore The Next Frontier As Only The Smithsonian Can Do It. Buzz Aldrin, Gemini 12 And Apollo 11 Astronaut And Author Of No Dream Is Too Highformer Nasa And Smithsonian Space Curator And Historian Roger D. Launius Presents A Comprehensive History Of Our Endeavors To Understand The Universe, Honoring Millennia Of Human Curiosity, Ingenuity, And Achievement.This Extensive Study Of International Space Exploration Is Packed With Over 500 Photographs, Illustrations, Graphics, And Cutaways, Plus Plenty Of Sidebars On Key Scientific And Technological Developments, Influential Figures, And Pioneering Spacecraft.Starting With Space Exploration'S Origins In The Pioneering Work Undertaken By Ancient Civilizations And The Great Discoveries Of The Renaissance Thinkers, Launius Also Devotes Whole Chapters To Our Space Race To The Moon, Space Planes And Orbital Stations, And The Lure Of The Red Planet Mars.He Also Offers New Insights Into Wellknown Moments Such As The Launch Of Sputnik 1 And The Apollo Moon Landing And Explores The Unexpected Events And Hidden Figures Of Space History.The Final Chapters Cover The Technological And Mechanical Breakthroughs Enabling Humans To Explore Far Beyond Our Own Planet In Recent Decades, Speculating On The Future Of Space Exploration, Including Space Tourism And Our Possible Future As An Extraterrestrial Species. This Is A Mustread For Space Buffs And Everyone Intrigued By The History And Future Of Scientific Discovery.This Oversize Offering Is A Space Nerds Dream Come True. Booklist
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Smithsonian History of Space Exploration'? A: The book provides a comprehensive history of global space discovery and exploration, from ancient civilizations to modern space endeavors.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Roger D. Launius, a former NASA and Smithsonian space curator and historian.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 400 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Smithsonian History of Space Exploration' published? A: The book was published on October 23, 2018.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer? A: It includes over 500 photographs, illustrations, graphics, and sidebars on key scientific developments and influential figures.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in space exploration? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for both space enthusiasts and those new to the subject.
- Q: Does the book cover the future of space exploration? A: Yes, it speculates on future developments, including space tourism and humanity's potential as an extraterrestrial species.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide on historical events? A: It offers new insights into significant events such as the launch of Sputnik 1 and the Apollo Moon landing.
- Q: Is this book recommended for educational purposes? A: Yes, it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and future of scientific discovery.