pluto probes

"Shares a behind-the-scenes account of the science, politics, egos, and public expectations that shaped the New Horizons' mission to Pluto and beyond, citing the endeavor's . . . achievements and how they reflect the collective power of shared human goals"--OCLC.

A fast-paced, high-interest overview of the features, purpose, history, and high-speed capabilities of the New Horizons-the fastest production space probe in the world.