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Loading... Space Shuttle 1981-2011: Stories from 30 Years of Exploration (edition 2014)by Sally Ride (Contributor), Greg Freiherr (Contributor), T. A. Heppenheimer (Contributor)
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Space Shuttle 1981-2011 is a lavishly illustrated special edition celebrating the space shuttle era. In thirty years of operation, space shuttles were used in 135 different missions; this volume presents the adventure stories of many of these missions in the astronauts' own words. Additional contributions by space exploration writers cover the history of the program, technological challenges and triumphs, scientific achievements, and the devastating Challenger and Columbia tragedies. Complete with more than 40 essays and 100 full-color photographs, Space Shuttle 1981-2011 is a captivating overview of this critical part of space history. Although the space shuttle era has ended, its spirit--that of limitless curiosity and a desire for perfection--continues to inspire. No library descriptions found. |
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Among the many highlights here are stories from the astronauts, the shuttle launching of planetary probes and observatories. Meet the five orbiters and discover the costs involved, their missions, their crews. Read stories from thirty years of exploration.
Chock full of color photographs, the informative narrative also includes a brief overview of each shuttle mission.
Highly recommended for readers interested in space travel and exploration as well as those seeking more information about the shuttle program. ( )