Acclaimed science author ROD PYLE ("Missions to the Moon") returns with a beautiful and insightful book commemorating Apollo 11. FIRST ON THE MOON offers an exciting behind-the-scenes look at America’s journey to the Moon—from the space race to the landing on the Sea of Tranquility to splashdown on Earth and the aftermath.
Pyle spent years combing NASA archives and private collections for documents and memorabilia from the mission. The book includes everything from accessible explanations of the enormous challenges facing NASA to reproductions of original 1969 documents. With compelling firsthand accounts and a gripping narrative, this gorgeously designed volume fully immerses readers in the Space Age.
The book includes a foreword by Buzz Aldrin, and exclusive interviews with the adult children of the Apollo 11 astronauts.