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Astronautics: Book 1: Dawn of the Space Age (Apogee Books Space Series) (Paperback)

by Ted Spitzmiller (Author)
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"An engrossing blow-by-blow account of mankind's efforts to reach the stars."  —Quick Stop Entertainment



Product Description
Chronicling the history of space rocketry, this resource details the discoveries and engineering innovations that have occurred—in both the United States and the former Soviet Union—from World War II to the early 1970s. From European war missiles to multibillion dollar spacecraft that orbit the earth today, this sourcebook covers the evolution of rocketry in great detail and discusses the impact rocket science has had on other areas of humanity. Filled with fascinating facts from history without technical jargon and specialized language, this reference will interest both space enthusiasts and general readers alike.


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Product Details
  • Paperback: 232 pages
  • Publisher: Collector's Guide Publishing, Inc. (September 10, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1894959639
  • ISBN-13: 978-1894959636
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,144,944 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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