History of Human Space Flight, The
Beginning with the invention of balloons that lifted early explorers into the stratosphere, the author describes how humans first came to employ lifting gases such as hydrogen and helium. He traces the influence of science fiction writers on the development of rocket science, looks at the role of rocket societies in the early 20th century, and discusses the use of rockets in World War II warfare. 633 pp.
Author: |
Spitzmiller, Ted |
Publisher: |
Univ Pr of Florida |
ISBN: |
9780813054278 |
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Category: |
Technology & Engineering / Aeronautics & Astronautics |
Format: |
Hardcover |
Label: |
Technology & Engineering / Aeronautics & Astronautics |
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Now |