James Van Allen: The First Eight Billion Miles

James Van Allen: The First Eight Billion Miles

by Abigail Foerstner (Author)

Synopsis

Astrophysicist and space pioneer James Van Allen (1914-2006) was among the principal scientific investigators for twenty-four space missions. This work blends space science drama, military agendas, cold war politics, and the events of Van Allen's lengthy career to create the biography of this highly influential physicist.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 396
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
Published: 15 Nov 2007

ISBN 10: 0877459991
ISBN 13: 9780877459996