Survival in Space

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The Apollo 13 Mission

By David Long

Series: Incredible True Stories

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In Survival in Space by David Long, readers embark on an exciting journey into the vast universe, exploring what it takes to endure the challenges of outer space. The book provides fascinating insights into the daily lives of astronauts, the ingenious technology they depend on, and the remarkable strategies used to overcome the perilous aspects of space travel. Perfect for young readers, this book combines captivating stories with engaging illustrations to ignite curiosity about space exploration.
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You might enjoy this book if your child is fascinated by space exploration and adventure. It's a thrilling journey through the cosmos, perfect for young readers who love learning about astronauts and the challenges they face beyond Earth.

Survival in Space

A fact-filled and captivating retelling of one of history's most famous space missions, publishing to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Apollo 13's fateful launch.

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A thrilling and captivating retelling of one of history’s most famous space missions, from Blue Peter Book Award-winning author David Long.

April 1970: Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It should have been the third manned Apollo mission to land on the moon. But when an explosion on board damaged the spacecraft, it became a perilous and near-impossible fight for survival. The crew on board travelled further into space than any other humans before them...

In this gripping retelling of the astonishing Apollo 13 mission, David Long shows how courage, determination, and teamwork succeeded in beating all odds to bring the spacecraft home.

Survival in Space is particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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Survival in Space by David Long has been praised for its captivating recount of space travel history, engaging young imaginations with thrilling adventures. It features striking illustrations by Stefano Tambellini and is celebrated for making complex topics accessible without simplifying them. The book is recommended for young readers with an interest in space, offering an educational experience delivered in an entertaining manner.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781129388

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 April 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

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Illustrated by Stefano Tambellini

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 88

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Long Education & Reference Featured Future Astronauts In Stock Kid's Books Science & Nature Series: Incredible True Stories Young Adult

About the Author

David Long is a journalist and author of non-fiction for both adults and children. A writer since leaving university, his work has appeared in the Sunday Times and London's Evening Standard. His engaging non-fiction reflects his unquenchable thirst for fascinating stories from the past, and in 2017 his book Survivors won the Blue Peter Award for the best book with facts.