Sputnik and the Space Race (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781502627322)

In the late 1950s, space became the new source of conflict for the United States and the Soviet Union. The world changed in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik. The world's first satellite, Sputnik prompted advances in science and technology. Each side was determined to demonstrate technological acumen and military prowess through the ultimate space race. This book explores how technological power was used in the fight for political dominance.

Author: Jordan Johnson
ISBN-10: 1502627329
ISBN-13: 9781502627322
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2017
Pages: 112
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2017