outer space

Details the events, technological advances, people, and machines involved in the history of spaceflight.

"An Omni book." Traces the history of the conquest of space from Sputnik 1 in 1957 to the space shuttle and the U.S. space program.

Describes the various ways in which we have examined and explored outer space and possible future ways of using this knowledge.

Text and illustrations look at the history of astronomy.

The astrophysicist director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York discusses the future of space travel and the importance of its exploration for the United States' economy, security, and morale.

The astronomer who inadvertently triggered the "demotion" of Pluto in his effort to officially recognize the solar system's tenth planet describes the ensuing debates and public outcry while revealing the behind-the-scenes story of his discovery.

Discusses the history, financial aspects, and risks of space exploration.

Authors present differing opinions on whether the U.S. government should cut NASA funding, whether international cooperation benefits space exploration, and whether commercialization of space travel will benefit space exploration.