Astronautics: Book 1: Dawn of the Space Age (Apogee Books Space Series) (Bk. 1)

Chronicling the history of space rocketry, this resource details the discoveries and engineering innovations that have occurred in both the United States and the former Soviet Union from World War II to the early 1970s. From European war missiles to multibillion dollar spacecraft that orbit the earth today, this sourcebook covers the evolution of rocketry in great detail and discusses the impact rocket science has had on other areas of humanity. Filled with fascinating facts from history without technical jargon and specialized language, this reference will interest both space enthusiasts and general readers alike.