One Giant Leap: The Impossible Mission That Flew Us to the Moon

One Giant Leap

The Impossible Mission That Flew Us to the Moon

2019 • 1 page

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Out of all of the space race books I've read, this one has been the most unique. It offers a look beyond the general facts that have become prevalent in the media/the typical narrative of the story.    One Giant Leap is a play-by-play look at the Apollo program politically, logistically, and scientifically. It's less focused on the science that propelled the rocket to the moon, rather the human side. What was the driving force behind President Kennedy's ‘We choose to go to the moon' speech?    I almost wish I'd taken notes or purchased a physical copy of the book to tab along the way. I found it thought-provoking and it makes me want to research some of the topics further. 

July 24, 2024