The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image
The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]-image

The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned [Royal Edition]

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Language: English ISBN: DoesNotApply Genre: Modern - 20th Century - Cold War Space Science - Space Exploratio Book Title: The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Cra [Royal Edition] Features: Leather Bound Type: Book Topic: Modern - 20th Century - Cold War Space Science - Space Exploratio Edition: Collector's Edition Original Language: English Format: Premium Leather Bound Author: Strausbaugh, John Publication Year: 2024 gtin13: DoesNotApply Country of Origin: India Intended Audience: Adults

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Note: This is not a reprint. The original paperback or hardcover edition has been purchased directly from the authorized distributor or publisher. The book purchased has been carefully bound in genuine leather to enhance its durability and extend its shelf life. Please be assured that no content or pages have been altered or reformatted during the leather binding process. Product Information: - Title of Product: The Wrong Stuff: How the Soviet Space Program Crashed and Burned by Strausbaugh, John [Royal Edition] Author: Strausbaugh, John Number of Pages: 272 Publication Year: 2024 Language: English Book Synopsis: - A witty, deeply researched history of the surprisingly ramshackle Soviet space program, and how its success was more spin than science. In the wake of World War II, with America ascendant and the Soviet Union devastated by the conflict, the Space Race should have been over before it started. But the underdog Soviets scored a series of victories--starting with the 1957 launch of Sputnik and continuing in the years following--that seemed to achieve the impossible. It was proof, it seemed, that the USSR had manpower and collective will that went beyond America's material advantages. They had asserted themselves as a world power. But in The Wrong Stuff , John Strausbaugh tells a different story. These achievements were amazing, yes, but they were also PR victories as much as scientific ones. The world saw a Potemkin spaceport; the internal facts were much sloppier, less impressive, more dysfunctional. The Soviet supply chain was a disaster, and many of its machines barely worked. The cosmonauts aboard its iconic launch of the Vostok 1 rocket had to go on a special diet, and take off their space suits, just to fit inside without causing a failure. Soviet scientists, under intense government pressure, had essentially made their rocket out of spit and band aids, and hurried to hide their work as soon as their worldwide demonstration was complete. With a witty eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, John Strausbaugh takes us behind the Iron Curtain, and shows just how little there was to find there. Product Description: This exquisite book is crafted exclusively for discerning readers and collectors who seek to elevate and preserve their literary treasures. Bound in GENUINE LEATHER, it showcases the finest craftsmanship with luxurious GOLDEN LEAF DETAILING adorning the spine, front cover, and back cover. The elegance is further enhanced by EDGE GILDING, giving the book an opulent finish. Customize Your Leather-Bound Edition with Color Options: - 1. Select from a wide array of leather colors at no additional cost. Share your preferred leather color with us via email. 2. Choose from a diverse range of leather colors with colored marbles (endpaper), including Brown, Crimson Red, Forest Green, Royal Blue, Rich Black, Hot Pink, Yellow, And Tan . 3. For a truly unique touch, request Multi-Color Labels to complement your custom leather-bound book spine. 4. Own a timeless masterpiece that adds sophistication to any collection! Artisan Quality and Dispatch Information: - ● We appreciate your understanding that these Leather-Bound Books are meticulously crafted works of art, requiring significant time and attention to detail to achieve their exceptional quality. ● Our standard handling time for dispatch is 35 business days, as each book undergoes various stages of production. However, we do accommodate special & requests for specific occasions. ● We offer additional customization options upon request, subject to extra charges. Additionally, we handle both printing and leather binding for all books. ● Product Disclaimer : Please note that as Leather is a Natural Material, minor variations in color or texture may occur. Track Page Views With Auctiva's Counter

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