How We Got to the Moon

By John Rocco

Discover the untold stories behind the moon landing's triumph.

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264 pages· 48,189 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Uncover the hidden heroes behind the moon landing in this captivating guide. From engineers to seamstresses, 400,000 individuals contributed to this historic feat. Journey from Sputnik's launch to Apollo 11's splashdown, exploring the challenges and innovations that made it possible. Dive into the gripping tales and technological leaps that defined the space race, and witness the human spirit's triumph in this grand adventure.

From the publisher

This beautifully illustrated, oversized guide to the people and technology of the moon landing by award-winning author/illustrator John Rocco (illustrator of the Percy Jackson series) is a must-have for space fans, classrooms, and tech geeks. Everyone knows of Neil Armstrong’s famous first steps on the moon. But what did it really take to get us there? The Moon landing is one of the most ambitious, thrilling, and dangerous ventures in human history. This exquisitely researched and illustrated book tells the stories of the 400,000 unsung heroes–the engineers, mathematicians, seamstresses, welders, and factory workers–and their innovations and life-changing technological leaps forward that allowed NASA to achieve this unparalleled accomplishment. From the shocking launch of the Russian satellite Sputnik to the triumphant splashdown of Apollo 11, Caldecott Honor winner John Rocco answers every possible question about this world-altering mission. Each challenging step in the space race is revealed, examined, and displayed through stunning diagrams, experiments, moments of crisis, and unforgettable human stories. Explorers of all ages will want to pore over every page in this comprehensive chronicle detailing the grandest human adventure of all time!