The Challenger 1986 A Space Shuttle Explodes after Lift-Off |
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| Author:
| Gogerly, Liz |
| Series title: | When Disaster Struck Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4109-2279-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2006 |
| Publisher: | Heinemann-Raintree
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| Imprint: | NA-r |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $33.50 |
Book Description:
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Learn how the United States led the space race. Read about the incredible technology that has allowed a shuttle to be sent into space to orbit Earth 16 times in a day. Then see how it can all go horribly wrong in a split second, claiming the lives of dedicated astronauts and costing billions of dollars. Timelines, a glossary, ideas for research, and suggestions for future reading are included in this fascinating read about a daring mission and real life disaster.
Learn how the United States led the space race. Read about the incredible technology that has allowed a shuttle to be sent into space to orbit Earth 16 times in a day. Then see how it can all go horribly wrong in a split second, claiming the lives of dedicated astronauts and costing billions of dollars. Timelines, a glossary, ideas for research, and suggestions for future reading are included in this fascinating read about a daring mission and real life disaster.