History of Space

Buckle up and prepare for liftoff as you travel back in time for a fascinating look at how The New York Times reported on the launching of Sputnik, John Glenn’s first Earth orbit, man’s first steps on the moon, and even canal-building Martians. This updated edition of The History of Space includes a brand-new introduction and exclusive photography uncovered in the Times archives. Starting during a time of disbelief in the ability to space travel, this collection is an incredible insight into the reporting of man's reach for the stars.

• An anthology from The New York Times archives of man’s greatest space travels
• Features original reporting on Viking, Voyager, Pathfinder, Hubble Telescope, Challenger, James Webb Telescope and much, much more
• Packed with more than 85 reprinted Times pages
• Includes a magnifying glass for closer inspection
• Made in the USA

• (L) 10.5” x (H) 13.25”
• 101 pages

• Silktouch Yana Thermo imitation leather cover with silver matte foil
• Printed on uncoated, FSC-certified paper
• Dust gently with a dry cloth.