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Lieurance, Suzanne

The Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster in American History

128 pp. | Enslow | May, 2001 | Library ISBN 0-7660-1419-3 $$20.95
(4) 4-6 In American History series. Beginning with an account of the 1986 explosion, this book briefly outlines the history of NASA, describes Christa McAuliffe's selection as the first "teacher in space," profiles the astronauts on board, and discusses the results of the official investigation. The clear text is supplemented by excerpts from source documents. The accompanying black-and-white photos are unfortunately dark. A time line is included. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

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