The Complete Idiot's Guide to NASA
Jones, Thomas D. (NASA Astronaut) - Benson, Michael
First Edition - First Printing
• Comprehensive coverage of the world leader in space exploration
• Simple explanations of how rockets work, why satellites stay in orbit, and what life is like in space
• A fascinating look at the many technological advances NASA has contributed to everyday life
You're no idiot, of course. You know that transporter beams and light-speed spacecraft exist only in science fiction. However, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been responsible for scientific and technological marvels that our ancestors only dreamed about - and that you'd love to get your head around.
Don't subject yourself to textbook technobabble! The Complete Idiot's Guide to NASA shows you how the administration was formed, what its many achievements are, and how its accomplishments will affect the future. In this Complete Idiot's Guide9, you get:
• The complete history of NASA, from its first satellite launch of Explorer l to its ongoing contributions to the International Space Station.
• Broad coverage of the Apollo program — including the tragedy of Apollo l, the moon landing of Apollo 11, and the harrowing journey of Apollo 13.
• An overview of the Space Shuttle program - and how the creation of the Space Shuttle Columbia revolutionized space travel.
Softcover
335 Seiten / pages
photos and illustrations
very good condition, with a namesticker of the previous owner
Indianapolis - 2002 - Alpha Books
Art.Nr. 25502
