Chaikin, Andrew

Illustrated with hundreds of the best available photographs, this book offers coverage of recent interplanetary missions and the latest research findings about ice on the moon, the search for life on Mars, and planets around other stars.

Recounts the tragedy and final triumph of the Apollo missions through the eyes of the astronauts who took part in the historic achievement.

Chronicles the history of Mars exploration over the past four decades and includes photographs, interviews, and visionary artwork.

Recounts the tragedy and final triumph of the Apollo missions through the eyes of the astronauts who took part in the historic achievement.

Draws from the collections of the National Air and Space Museum to tell the story of flight, using text, photographs, and illustrations to reveal the struggles, victories, and discoveries of innovators who attempted to conquer the skies, from the first hot-air balloon to the launch of the Mars Pathfinder mission.