Space Exploration (Eyewitness Books)

Off to the hest reaches of the universe in a provocative overview of mankind’s fascination with space.  From the first rocket launch of the 1950s, and the “space race” that ensued, to present-day wonders like the Hubble Space Telescope and the Mir space station, young space enthusiasts will learn about the exciting history and future of space travel and even follow a day in the life of an astronaut in this out-of-this-world addition to the popular Eyewitness series.