The Smithsonian History of Space Exploration: From the Ancient World to the Extraterrestrial Future

by Roger D. Launius

The first in-depth, fully illustrated history of global space discovery and exploration from ancient times to the modern era

The Smithsonian History of Space Exploration is a comprehensive history of international space exploration paired with photographs, illustrations, graphics, and sidebars on key scientific and technological developments, influential figures, and pioneering spacecraft. Former NASA and Smithsonian space curator...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1588346374
• ISBN13: 9781588346377
• Release Date: October 2018
• Publisher: Smithsonian Books
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 4.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.5" x 10.1"