Discusses the rockets, exploratory vehicles, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts. Includes clothing worn, experiments, space probes, the future of space travel, space technology that has benefited our everyday life.
Presents a photographic introduction to space exploration, explaining what outer space is, and discussing rockets, astronauts, space stations, testing and research, space technology, and related topics.
Examines how astronomer Caroline Herschel, aviator Amy Johnson, and astronaut Sally Ride made significant contributions in the work of their choice despite male prejudice.