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Rocket Man

Rocket Man

ScienceTechnology
Pages
224
Published
1955
Language
English

Synopsis

G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in rocketry, explores the history and future of space travel in this insightful non-fiction work. He delves into the science behind rockets and their impact on human exploration. This book offers a look at the dreams and realities of reaching for the stars.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectual

Genres

Science Technology

About the author

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G. Harry Stine

George Harry Stine was raised in Colorado Springs. He earned a degree in physics from Colorado College in Colorado Springs. After graduating, he worked at White Sands Proving Grounds, first as a civilian scientist and then, from 1955–1957, at the U.S. Naval Ordnance Missile Test Facility as head of the Range Operations Division. Together with Orville Carlisle, he founded Model Missiles Inc., the first manufacturer of model rockets. Stine also founded the National Association of Rocketry and...