Wernher Von Braun Libri

This classic on space travel was first published in 1953, when interplanetary space flight was considered science fiction by most of those who considered it at all. Here the German-born scientist Wernher von Braun detailed what he believed were the problems and possibilities inherent in a projected expedition to Mars.  Today von Braun is recognized as the person most responsible for laying the groundwork for public acceptance of America's space program. When President Bush directed NASA in 1989 to prepare plans for an orbiting space station, lunar research bases, and human exploration of Mars, he was largely echoing what von Braun proposed in The Mars Project. 

Focusing on mankind's first expedition to Mars, this guidebook combines insights from science writer Willy Ley and aerospace engineer Wernher Von Braun, reflecting the technological landscape of 1956. Accompanied by illustrations from renowned space artist Chesley Bonestell, it serves as a classic reference in space engineering. The facsimile reprint offers an accessible alternative to the original hardcover, printed on 50lb white paper, although some pages may warp due to heavy ink illustrations.