Neil Armstrong (Famous Lives)

Neil Armstrong (Famous Lives)

by Mike Goldsmith (Author)

Synopsis

This book looks at the life of Neil Armstrong, whose childhood fascination with flying would eventually lead him on an extraordinary trip to the moon. Readers will learn about the technology available at that time, the training Apollo 11 astronauls Neil, Buzz Aldrin and Mike Collins underwent, and the events of the 1969 voyage to the moon. A beautifully-presented book on this truly remarkable event. Containing quotation panels, including letters and diary extracts. Also includes a date chart, glossary and index.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 48
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Hodder Wayland
Published: 16 May 2002

ISBN 10: 0750238852
ISBN 13: 9780750238854

Media Reviews
'What I really want to be, in all honesty, is the first man back from the moon.' (Neil Armstrong)
Author Bio
Dr Mike Goldsmith is a physicist by training, currently a programme co-ordinator at the National Physical Laboratory. He has published numerous academic papers on subjects including astronomy and clocks as well as a novelty Workshop Clock for children.