The NASA Space Shuttles

By: Barnes, Td

"The NASA Space Shuttles" is a comprehensive chronological account of NASA's 135 Space Shuttle missions, from the groundbreaking launch of Columbia in 1981 to the final flight of Atlantis in 2011. This meticulously researched book details the Shuttle's pivotal role in advancing human space exploration, highlighting its contributions to constructing and maintaining the International Space Station (ISS), historic collaborations with the Russian Mir space station, and numerous scientific missions that expanded our understanding of space. From groundbreaking spacewalks to launching satellites and conducting cutting-edge experiments, each mission is explored in detail, offering readers an insightful look at the Space Shuttle program's triumphs, challenges, and legacy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DKB2Z6NV
• ISBN13: 9798227695482
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: TD Barnes
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.5" x 11.0"