The Moon Landing
Explores the background and the aftermath of the moon landing of 20 July 1969, using this single event to act as a window onto a broader perspective of twentieth century history. This work looks at the race for space, building up to actual lift off, then tantalizingly asks 'What ... read full description below.
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| Interest Age |
11-14 years |
| Reading Age |
11-14 years |
| Library of Congress |
Space flight to the moon, Juvenile literature |
| NBS Text |
School Textbooks & Study Guides: Literature, Arts & Humanities |
| ONIX Text |
Children/juvenile;Primary & secondary/elementary & high school;Young adult |
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| Number of Pages |
48 |
| Dimensions |
Width: 222mm
Height: 277mm
Spine: 10mm |
| Weight |
391g |
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| Dewey Code |
629.454 |
| Catalogue Code |
Not specified |
Description of this Book
This title explores the background and the aftermath of the moon landing of 20 July 1969, using this single event to act as a window on to a broader perspective of 20th century history. It looks for the race for space, building up to actual lift off, then tantalizingly asks what if it hadn't happened? . Throughout the book moment in time panels which use quotes and primary sources give the reader an impression of what it must have been like to be there. The final part of the book examines the legacy of the day that shook the world in terms of its impact on history.
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Awards & Reviews
| NZ Review |
'...this interesting and informative collection.' -- Evening Echo 20020928 |
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Author's Bio
Paul Mason's interest in writing stems from his childhood when he won the Scripture Prize in his last year at Primary School. He now is an experienced freelance writer and editor of a variety of children's information books. He has a degree in anthropology, and has worked in Turkey and taught English as a foreign language. Paul is a keen sportsman and particularly enjoys surfing, mountain biking and snowboarding.
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