Did you know that the first astronauts to land on the moon were nearly stranded there for ever, and were saved by a felt tip pen? Have you heard of the human computers who launched NASA's first rockets - or the astronaut who trained by living in caves and completing underwater missions?
In this beautifully illustrated book, spaceflight expert Libby Jackson reveals the very best true stories of humankind's thrilling journey towards the stars, from venturing into space for the first time to building the International Space Station.
Product information:
Size: 228 x 190mm
Format: paperback
Pages: 192