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Soviets in Space
Russia’s Cosmonauts and the Space Frontier
Series: Kosmos
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A deeply researched, beautifully illustrated chronology of the Soviet Union's extraordinary success in the pioneering years of space exploration.
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In this deeply researched chronology, Colin Burgess describes the Soviet Union's extraordinary success in the pioneering years of space exploration. Within a decade, the Soviets not only launched the world's first satellite but were the first to send an animal and a human being into Earth orbit.
More than that, their ground-breaking missions sent a woman into space, launched a three-man spacecraft, and included the first person to walk in space. Six decades on from the historic spaceflight of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, Burgess guides us through the amazing achievements of Russia's spaceflight programme through to the present day.
The book introduces the men and women who have flown the missions as we seek to delve ever deeper into the wonders and complexities of the cosmos.
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Soviets in Space is praised for its detailed and engaging exploration of the Soviet space program, offering insights into its behind-the-scenes challenges and successes. The book examines both the triumphs and tragedies faced by the Soviets as they pursued human spaceflight, often shrouded in secrecy. Colin Burgess's work is noted for its comprehensive research, incorporating interviews and historical accounts that bring key figures and events to life, making it a compelling read for those interested in space exploration and historical narratives.
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ISBN: 9781789146325
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 11 July 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Illustration: 86 illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Colin Burgess is the author or editor of many books on the military and spaceflight, including Selecting the Mercury Seven: The Search for America's First Astronauts. He lives in Sydney, Australia.
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