manned space flight

Eight descriptions of "firsts" in space including first space walks, first men on the moon, and first American space shuttles.

"An introduction to space exploration, including information about the first people in space, space stations, the space shuttle, and missions to the moon, planets, and other bodies in the solar system. Features include a timeline, illustrations, photographs, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites"--.

A color-illustrated history of space station building that covers Skylab, Salyut, Mir, and the International Space Station in depth, as well as predictions about space colonies.

Provides information about space travel, looking at some of the missions that have been undertaken by the United States, and discusses possible future expeditions into outer space.

An illustrated description of how astronauts live in space, especially on board the space shuttle.

Profusely illustrated text charts the course of man in space. Highlights major events of the past and points to possible future developments.

Explains how space shuttles work and what astronauts do during the course of a shuttle mission.

Discusses such considerations for future manned spacecraft as design features, preparing and eating food, personal hygiene, interpersonal relationships, exercise, and safety.

A collective biography of the individual astronauts who risk their lives to make space exploration possible.