In April 1961, a young pilot strapped himself into a small capsule and launched into the unknown. In just 108 minutes, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to orbit the Earth, and changed the course of human history forever.
This book takes you inside that historic mission: the tense countdown, the roar of liftoff, and the awe-inspiring view of Earth from space. It reveals not just the science and politics of the space race, but also the human courage behind that daring leap into the cosmos. For readers inspired by exploration and human achievement, this story shows how one man's flight opened the door to space for all of humanity. It's a tale of bravery, ingenuity, and the boundless reach of human possibility. Step into the capsule, soar beyond the atmosphere, and experience the flight that redefined human destiny.Related Subjects
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