Kennedy Space Center: Gateway to Space

by David West Reynolds

An insider's history of the heart of America's space program from its earliest days. NASA's John F. Kennedy Space Center set the stage for the American adventure in space. Sprawled across 140,000 acres on Florida's Atlantic coast, the center has hosted the succession of rocket launches that have rewritten our knowledge of aeronautics and our very understanding of the nature of the universe. Chosen because of its perfect location, with the wide Atlantic providing a buffer, Kennedy Space Center is now a major tourist attraction appealing to visitors of all ages. This spaceport has served as the departure gate for every American space flight mission and the launching point of hundreds of other advanced scientific spacecraft. Kennedy Space Center will continue to make history as NASA embarks on new adventures in space exploration. The book includes detailed information Clearly written, meticulously researched and packed with more than 150 spectacular images, Kennedy Space Center is the only complete history of this important site.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, History, Space

248 pages, Hardcover

First published September 12, 2006

About the author

Dr. David West Reynolds earned his Ph.D. in archeology at the University of Michigan. A lecturer, veteran of field expeditions on three continents and author of scientific archeological publications, Reynolds has also written X-Wing: A Pocket Manual, Tie Fighter: A Pocket Manual, and various Star Wars articles. He approaches the world of Star Wars like ancient Rome or Egypt, considering it a culture from another time and place to explore. Reynolds lives in Marin County, California.

Reviews

[Rhonda Hankins]

This is a surprisingly fun book to read. (I expected just to like looking at the pictures . . .)

[Jenny Salvo]

Nasa and the international space race is such an incredible story. This book shares the story in pictures. Love, love this book.

[Courtney Umlauf]

Good overview of the Kennedy Space Center and a glimpse of the entire US space program. Plenty of nice glossy pictures to complement but not overwhelm the text.

[Storms]

Interesting read. Don't buy it since its not worth a permanent spot on the coffee table. Does have some good stats and pictures.

[Rachel]

Reviewed for VOYA