Spaceflight: The Complete Story from Sputnik to Curiosity

Giles Sparrow, 2019

Overview

This book chronicles humankind's exploration of space, beginning with Sputnik's launch in 1957 and extending through lunar landings, the International Space Station, and future missions to Mars. It details how space travel revolutionized communication, environmental monitoring, and materials science over six decades. The impact on human imagination is profound, with robotic probes reshaping our understanding of the Solar System and missions to the Moon altering our perception of ourselves.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the history of space exploration.
• Individuals fascinated by space technology and scientific achievements.
• Those curious about the impact of space travel on society and human perspective.

Key features

• English language
• 320 pages
• Hardcover binding
• ISBN: 9780241346792
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
• Published in 2019