astronautics

Examines mankind's exploration of outer space, from early rockets, through the competition to land on the moon first, to the cooperative efforts leading to an international space station.

Traces the development of rockets and spaceflight from German experiments before World War II to the manned moon landings, and provides biographies on two scientists, Wernher von Braun and Sergei Korolev.

Drawing on original interviews and declassified documents, examines the behind-the-scenes story of the early space race between the Soviet Union and the U.S., the U-2 spy planes, and the Soviet launching of the Sputnik satellite.

Contains over 150 illustrated photographs that describe the history of the Kennedy Space Center and its space program, with information on the earliest development of rockets in the United States and Germany, the missile race and U.S.-Soviet rivalry, and the shuttle programs.

Explores the early space pioneers in the 1960s and 1970s, their missions, and the dangers of space exploration; and contains diagrams and illustrations, glossary, and additional resources.

Traces the history of space exploration from the astronomers of ancient Greece to the landing of the Mars rovers in 2004, discussing the moon walk, the Apollo program, space shuttles, and other highlights.

Provides information and advice for budding astronauts on the requirements and duties of the job, its history, and how to prepare for space travel.

Presents step-by-step instructions for eleven craft projects related to space and its exploration, such as a model of planet Earth, a space shuttle, a space suit, and a moonscape, and includes space facts, a glossary, and a list of Web sites and places to visit.