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Space

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Space

By: James A. Michener
Narrated by: Larry McKeever
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Already a renowned chronicler of the epic events of world history, James A. Michener tackles the most ambitious subject of his career: space, the last great frontier. This astounding novel brings to life the dreams and daring of countless men and women—people like Stanley Mott, the engineer whose irrepressible drive for knowledge places him at the center of the American exploration effort; Norman Grant, the war hero and U.S. senator who takes his personal battle not only to a nation, but to the heavens; Dieter Kolff, a German rocket scientist who once worked for the Nazis; Randy Claggett, the astronaut who meets his destiny on a mission to the far side of the moon; and Cynthia Rhee, the reporter whose determined crusade brings their story to a breathless world.
 
Praise for Space
 
“A master storyteller . . . Michener, by any standards, is a phenomenon. Space is one of his best books.”—The Wall Street Journal
 
“A novel of very high adventure . . . a sympathetic, historically sound treatment of an important human endeavor that someday could be the stuff of myth, told here with gripping effect.”—The New York Times Book Review
 
“Space is everything that Michener fans have come to expect. Without question, the space program’s dramatic dimensions provide the stuff of great fiction.”—BusinessWeek
 
“Michener is eloquent in describing the actual flights into space, as well as the blazing, apocalyptic re-entry of the shuttle into earth’s atmosphere.”—The New York Times Action & Adventure Historical Fiction Technothrillers Thriller & Suspense Thriller Fiction Technology US Air Force War Imperial Japan Air Force
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Critic reviews

“A master storyteller . . . Michener, by any standards, is a phenomenon. Space is one of his best books.”—The Wall Street Journal

“A novel of very high adventure . . . a sympathetic, historically sound treatment of an important human endeavor that someday could be the stuff of myth, told here with gripping effect.”—The New York Times Book Review

“Space is everything that Michener fans have come to expect. Without question, the space program’s dramatic dimensions provide the stuff of great fiction.”—BusinessWeek

“Michener is eloquent in describing the actual flights into space, as well as the blazing, apocalyptic re-entry of the shuttle into earth’s atmosphere.”—The New York Times
Historical Accuracy • Engaging Storytelling • Amazing Characters • Thorough Research • Educational Content

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Great for both men and women and anyone fascinated with our space program. The narrator was fantastic changing up his voice and lending emphasis.

great historical fiction

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intertwining the political, mechanical, emotional, and religious views of that era, this story captures the attention of the listener by revealing the mystery and complexity of our universe. Elaborating on the details and personal triumphs of our journey to travel amount the stars.

Captured the Mystery & Science of our history

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although the book had a little too much sex and was a bit long-winded, it was an amazing compilation of information.

too much sex in a little long-winded

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Number one informative I love all James Michener bucks, but this one is likely the most informative one of them all.

One of his best

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An enjoyable and inspirational journey. Michener at his best. Wish he were here to tell the rest of the story from 1981 onwards

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