Escape from Earth

Peter Ackroyd, 1949-

Book - 2003

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Published
London ; New York : Dorling Kindersley 2003.
Language
English
Main Author
Peter Ackroyd, 1949- (-)
Physical Description
144 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm
Bibliography
Includes index.
ISBN
9780756601713
9781405300339
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Review by Booklist Review

Gr. 7-10. From the Voyages through Time series, this large-format book presents the history of space travel and discusses its future. British writer Ackroyd offers both a sweeping vision of what has been achieved and a great deal of interesting detail about specific space missions. Although the book includes discussion of the dynamics of international politics at the beginning of space exploration that led to a leap forward in technology and exploration, the main emphasis is on the missions themselves. Beginning with Yuri Gagarin's orbit of earth, Ackroyd presents the space age with a fine balance of technology and humanity. The many colorful photos and diagrams illustrate the text with clarity, beauty, and occasional drama and humor. Back matter includes a glossary and a six-page Reference Section that uses charts and small print to pack in facts about missions, satellites, space stations, moon landings, spacecraft, and more. --Carolyn Phelan Copyright 2004 Booklist

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Review by Publisher's Weekly Review

In the detailed account of man's efforts to reach the stars, Voyages Through Time: Escape from Earth by British biographer and novelist Peter Ackroyd, a companion to The Beginning, Ackroyd examines the triumphs and tragedies of mankind's explorations of space. Side topics include the effects of zero gravity, space-related scientific advancements and humanity's future in the galaxy. With brilliant photos and illustrations, the book will capture young imaginations, just as the heavens themselves have for generations. (Feb.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved

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Review by School Library Journal Review

Gr 6 Up-This companion to The Beginning (DK, 2003) is a visual and factual delight. The author details man's exploration of space, both past and present, and speculates on future developments. In addition to a chronology of events, there are profiles of significant astronauts and scientists who have contributed to space and technology history. Exquisite full-color and black-and-white photographs and illustrations fill the pages, lending visual interest to the well-written text. A reference section gives detailed facts about space exploration, the Moon landings, spacecraft, and our planets and galaxy. The beautiful way in which the text and photos are merged pulls readers in. Even the cover looks nearly three-dimensional and is sure to attract attention. While the text is substantial and will serve the research needs of students, the book is interesting enough to entice even reluctant readers. The only disappointment is that no source notes, bibliography, or list for further reading is provided.-Linda Wadleigh, Oconee County Middle School, Watkinsville, GA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Review by Horn Book Review

Illustrated with striking color photos, this book's well-written text provides a succinct overview of space exploration. Beginning with Robert Goddard's rocketry experiments in the 1920s, Ackroyd follows the 1960s space race, recounts the first moon landing, and discusses today's space shuttles and station. Sidebars and captioned photos provide relevant supplemental information. Glos., ind. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.

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