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Kluger, Jeffrey

Disaster Strikes!: The Most Dangerous Space Missions of All Time

214 pp. | Philomel | May, 2019 | Trade ISBN 978-1-9848-1275-9 $18.99 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-9848-1276-6
(3) 4-6 In this collection of stories about dangerous, sometimes deadly, events in the history of space exploration, Kluger uses actual dialogue and dramatic pacing to present real-time accounts of tragedies and near-misses from the American and Soviet space programs. The professionalism and bravery of astronauts and ground personnel from the Gemini, Apollo, Soyuz, space shuttle, and space station missions are emphasized. Photos not seen. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

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