The Story of Space: Race to the Moon by Steve Parker

The Story of Space: Race to the Moon by Steve Parker

The Space Race was an exciting time and the 1950s to 1970s saw some of the biggest leaps in space technology and exploration. The race to put the first man on the Moon was eventually won by the USA, when NASA astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men on the Moon. This book explores the efforts made by both NASA and the Soviet Union to reach the Moon during this period and details some of the extraordinary missions and adventures that occurred, including the Apollo 11 and Apollo 13 missions. Six books that reveal the thrilling journeys, triumphs and disasters that men and women have experienced in the exploration of our universe. These books examine the mind-blowing technologies involved in space endeavours and tells the all too human stories of some of the key figures.

An informative, attractive non-fiction book for KS2 and KS3 students with a retro feel to it -- this is a book for every school library * School Librarian *
These books examine the mind-blowing technologies involved in space endeavours and tells the all-too-human stories of some of the key figures * Parents In Touch *

Steve Parker, ia an award-winning writer who worked for the Natural History Museum. He has written over 100 books, mostly for younger readers, on science, technology, machines and human biology. He regularly gives talks and workshops in schools and libraries.

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ISBN 13	9781445140407
ISBN 10	1445140403
Title	The Story of Space: Race to the Moon
Author	Steve Parker
Series	The Story Of Space
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Hachette Children's Group
Year published	2015-02-26
Number of pages	32
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.