Space Explorers

25 Extraordinary Stories of Space Exploration and Adventure

Space Explorers
Libby Jackson, Leonard Dupond
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Paperback
h228 x 190mm - 192pg
19 Aug 2021 UK
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9781526362124
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A collection of amazing real-life stories about space exploration and adventure. Do you know the true story of . . . *The first astronauts to land on the moon and were nearly stranded there for ever, if it hadn' t been for a felt tip pen that saved them? *The human computers that launched NASA' s first rockets into space? *The astronaut that trained to go to space by living in underground caves and completing underwater missions? Humans have always been fascinated by the universe, but only a few have been daring enough to travel beyond the Earth. From venturing into space for the first time to building the International Space Station in orbit, the history of space exploration is filled with peril, bravery and strokes of genius. In this beautifully illustrated anthology, spaceflight expert, Libby Jackson, reveals the very best true stories of humankind' s thrilling journey to the stars. Grab your space suit and jump aboard - it' s time for an astronomical adventure!
Libby Jackson (Author) Libby Jackson is one of Britain' s leading experts in human spaceflight, having spent over a decade working at the forefront of the field. Space was a childhood passion and after completing degrees in physics at Imperial College and astronautics and space engineering at Cranfield University, she has worked in the space industry ever since. Libby spent seven years working at the European Space Agency' s Mission Control for the International Space Station in a number of roles including her dream job as a Columbus Flight Director. She played a key role in Tim Peake' s mission to the International Space Station, and she still works in the industry. Libby is passionate about sharing stories of human spaceflight and encouraging young people to follow their passions in life. Her first book, A Galaxy of Her Own: Amazing Stories of Women in Space was published in 2017. Libby is a frequent contributor on television and radio, including ' Stargazing Live, The Big Think: Should We Go To Mars? ' and ' Astronauts: Do You Have What It Takes? ' Leonard Dupond (Illustrator) Leonard Dupond is an illustrator based in France. In 2015, during his last year of his Masters at illustration school in Paris, he was scouted by Editions du Seuil Jeunesse, for whom he illustrated his first two books. Since then, Leonard has illustrated books, magazines and for advertising. His work has been featured by Apple, Science Magazine, Arianespace, Wired, Buzzfeed, Die Ziet, BMW, and more. He currently lives and shares a workspace in Lille.
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ISBN-13: 9781526362124
Published: 19 Aug 2021
Published In: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wren & Rook
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback
Height: 228mm
Width: 190mm
Pages: 192

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