The Story of Space: Race to the Moon

The Story of Space: Race to the Moon

by SteveParker (Author)

Synopsis

The Space Race was an exciting time and the 1950s to 1970s saw some of the biggest leaps in space technology and exploration. The race to put the first man on the Moon was eventually won by the USA, when NASA astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men on the Moon. This book explores the efforts made by both NASA and the Soviet Union to reach the Moon during this period and details some of the extraordinary missions and adventures that occurred, including the Apollo 11 and Apollo 13 missions.

Six books that reveal the thrilling journeys, triumphs and disasters that men and women have experienced in the exploration of our universe. These books examine the mind-blowing technologies involved in space endeavours and tells the all too human stories of some of the key figures.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Edition: Illustrated edition
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Published: 26 Feb 2015

ISBN 10: 1445140403
ISBN 13: 9781445140407
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: From early pioneers of space travel to potential missions of the future - the story of humans in space makes for fascinating reading.

Media Reviews
An informative, attractive non-fiction book for KS2 and KS3 students with a retro feel to it -- this is a book for every school library * School Librarian *
These books examine the mind-blowing technologies involved in space endeavours and tells the all-too-human stories of some of the key figures * Parents In Touch *
Author Bio
Steve Parker, ia an award-winning writer who worked for the Natural History Museum. He has written over 100 books, mostly for younger readers, on science, technology, machines and human biology. He regularly gives talks and workshops in schools and libraries.