The Conquest Of Space
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Markings to board, tanning and foxing to pages. Some fraying to cloth.
This seminal work of speculative non-fiction, The Conquest Of Space, presents a breathtaking vision of humanity's future among the stars. It illustrates the scientific principles and engineering challenges inherent in venturing beyond Earth, detailing potential missions to the Moon and neighboring planets. Through vivid prose and stunning artistic renderings, the book chronicles the audacious dream of space travel, inspiring generations with its blend of scientific accuracy and imaginative foresight. It argues for the boundless possibilities awaiting humankind in the cosmos, offering a compelling narrative of exploration and discovery. This volume stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit of curiosity and ambition.
Author: Willy Ley
Format: Hardback
Published: 1952, Readers Union with Sidgwick and Jackson
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Markings to board, tanning and foxing to pages. Some fraying to cloth.
This seminal work of speculative non-fiction, The Conquest Of Space, presents a breathtaking vision of humanity's future among the stars. It illustrates the scientific principles and engineering challenges inherent in venturing beyond Earth, detailing potential missions to the Moon and neighboring planets. Through vivid prose and stunning artistic renderings, the book chronicles the audacious dream of space travel, inspiring generations with its blend of scientific accuracy and imaginative foresight. It argues for the boundless possibilities awaiting humankind in the cosmos, offering a compelling narrative of exploration and discovery. This volume stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit of curiosity and ambition.