Simple text and color illustrations provide information about spacecraft, describing what they are made of, examining the history of spacecraft, and looking at different space vehicles.
Traces the history of spacecraft from the first satellite to the space shuttle, describing rockets and moon landings, how satellites affect our lives, and the latest space probes which are sending back information about unknown stars and planets.
Traces the history of space exploration, discusses the development of technology that enabled the exploration of the solar system and beyond, looks at the moon landing and other space missions, and considers the future of the space program.
"A family of space privateers becomes embroiled in a solar system-wide conspiracy, all while the three sibling compete to determine who will become the next captain of the ship when their mother steps down"--Provided by publisher.
Presents a discussion of fuel systems and spaceship design that also covers the work of various billionaires and entrepreneurs to find new ways to successfully reach space and compete with others for the opportunity to serve commercial and government customers.