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Remembering the Space Age: Proceedings of the 50th Anniversary Conference - Germans and Nazis, Mythmaking in Russia, American Culture and Music, Heinlein Influence, Apollo, Chinese Program by Progressive Management Remembering the Space Age: Proceedings of the 50th Anniversary Conference - Germans and Nazis, Mythmaking in Russia, American Culture and Music, Heinlein Influence, Apollo, Chinese Program by Progressive Management Feb. 04, 2012 $9.99 170431 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction - contains twenty-one essays by noted experts on the history of the space age, with an eclectic selection of fascinating topics ranging from the effect of spaceflight on American music and culture to the role of Nazi Germans in the early days of the program.
Ocean life: expeditions and essays exploring the abyss by Jon Copley Ocean life: expeditions and essays exploring the abyss by Jon Copley Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 17869 words Read a sample
Follow recent scientific expeditions exploring volcanic vents on the ocean floor, where hot mineral-rich water nourishes lush colonies of deep-sea creatures, with articles about the search for new species of marine life in previously unseen parts of our planet.
5 Easy Rockets by Dawn Marcotte 5 Easy Rockets by Dawn Marcotte Feb. 04, 2012 $1.99 1809 words Sample 20%
Written and video instructions are included for 5 easy rockets that can be made at home. Simple items such as straws, balloons, baking soda and vinegar are used to launch a variety of rockets.
An Accidental Discovery: piecing together the history of man-made climate change by Frank Parker An Accidental Discovery: piecing together the history of man-made climate change by Frank Parker Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 3679 words Sample 20%
The theory of man-made climate change is a recent conspiracy, right? Wrong! It is the result of a series of unrelated facts discovered over a century and a half. It begins in the middle of the nineteenth century with an amateur geologist trying to understand how ice ages came about and ends with the study of oceans and polar ice caps that continues to this day.
U.S. Human Spaceflight: A Record of Achievement, 1961-2006 - Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, ASTP, Space Shuttle - Monographs in Aerospace History 41 (NASA SP-2007-4541) by Progressive Management U.S. Human Spaceflight: A Record of Achievement, 1961-2006 - Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, ASTP, Space Shuttle - Monographs in Aerospace History 41 (NASA SP-2007-4541) by Progressive Management Feb. 03, 2012 $9.99 31574 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a detailed record of American manned space flights from the inception of Mercury in 1961.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 5 Hearings Part Two by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 5 Hearings Part Two by Progressive Management Feb. 03, 2012 $9.99 141047 words Sample 5%
Volume Five of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers) contains the transcripts of hearings conducted by the Commission. The report has been professionally converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction.
From Homo Erectus to Homo Sapiens: The Origins Of Human Behavior by Elderberry Press, Inc. From Homo Erectus to Homo Sapiens: The Origins Of Human Behavior by Elderberry Press, Inc. Feb. 03, 2012 $9.99 78622 words Sample 20%
Where did we come from? Every civilization since the dawn of man has asked that question and every one has had its own myth of the creation of the first man and woman. Science, too, has its own explanation of human origins, an explanation we might presume, based upon objective analysis of all available scientific evidence—but is it?
The Mushroom Rainbow by Irina Entin The Mushroom Rainbow by Irina Entin Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 3387 words Sample 15%
Mushroom hunting guide for Northeast North America. This is a short but sweet guide to finding the most delicious mushrooms and avoiding the most deadly ones. It includes 18 of the best and most identifiable mushrooms and the 5 deadliest mushrooms all sorted by color. Each mushroom is carefully compared with its lookalikes to lessen the chance of false identifications.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 5 Hearings Part One by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 5 Hearings Part One by Progressive Management Feb. 02, 2012 $9.99 137720 words Sample 5%
Volume Five of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers) contains the transcripts of hearings conducted by the Commission. The report has been professionally converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction.
NASA and the Environment: The Case of Ozone Depletion (NASA SP-2005-4538) by Progressive Management NASA and the Environment: The Case of Ozone Depletion (NASA SP-2005-4538) by Progressive Management Feb. 02, 2012 $5.99 22095 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a thorough overview of NASA's role in researching the problem of ozone depletion, including the discovery of the ozone hole.
Hypersonics Before the Shuttle: A Concise History of the X-15 Research Airplane - History of the Design, Development, Operations, and Lessons Learned by Progressive Management Hypersonics Before the Shuttle: A Concise History of the X-15 Research Airplane - History of the Design, Development, Operations, and Lessons Learned by Progressive Management Feb. 02, 2012 $9.99 51769 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a comprehensive, readable history of the famous X-15 program. The introduction states: "Although it is usually heralded as the most productive flight research program ever undertaken, no serious history has been assembled to capture its design, development, operations, and lessons."
Let’s Build a Human Being by Suzannah Stacey Let’s Build a Human Being by Suzannah Stacey Feb. 02, 2012 $3.49 14608 words Sample 20%
Having fun with physiology
As If Aliens In The Oceans by Jack Nelson As If Aliens In The Oceans by Jack Nelson Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 2469 words Read a sample
Real blue-water experience with the cetaceans leads us to know they are more than clever animals, and to question our relations with them.
NASA History: Low-Cost Innovation in Spaceflight - The Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous (NEAR) Shoemaker Mission (NASA SP-2005-4536) by Progressive Management NASA History: Low-Cost Innovation in Spaceflight - The Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous (NEAR) Shoemaker Mission (NASA SP-2005-4536) by Progressive Management Feb. 01, 2012 $7.99 32501 words Sample 5%
This NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - tells the story of the NEAR asteroid mission, launched in 1996 under the "faster, better, cheaper" effort of NASA Administrator Dan Goldin, from the point of view of the management challenges involved in conducting low-cost missions while daily confronting the possibility of defeat.
Gemini Spacecraft Press Reference Book - Comprehensive Information on All Aspects of America's Two-Man Orbiting Spacecraft, Agena Docking Target, Systems by Progressive Management Gemini Spacecraft Press Reference Book - Comprehensive Information on All Aspects of America's Two-Man Orbiting Spacecraft, Agena Docking Target, Systems by Progressive Management Feb. 01, 2012 $9.99 44381 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - is the Gemini spacecraft press reference book, providing comprehensive information on all aspects of America's second manned spacecraft program which paved the way for the success of the Apollo lunar landing missions by demonstrating rendezvous, docking, EVA, and long-duration capabilities.
48 Hours to Chaos: An Engineer Looks at Life and How the World Really Works by John Waterman 48 Hours to Chaos: An Engineer Looks at Life and How the World Really Works by John Waterman Jan. 31, 2012 $7.99 100674 words Sample 20%
"48 Hours to Chaos" is a back-to-basics look at everything you could have learned in school and then later in the college of hard knocks. We explore such subjects as science, history, economics, politics, religion, philosophy & government, and fit it all into one book. Don't let the "engineer" part scare you away; we have no weird math or technical jargon. Find out how the world really works.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 4 Hearings (February 6 - 25, 1986) by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume 4 Hearings (February 6 - 25, 1986) by Progressive Management Jan. 30, 2012 $10.99 287906 words Sample 20%
Volume Four of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers) contains the transcripts of hearings conducted from February 6 through February 25, 1986. The report has been professionally converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Three, Appendix O, Search, Recovery and Reconstruction Report by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Three, Appendix O, Search, Recovery and Reconstruction Report by Progressive Management Jan. 28, 2012 $9.99 82283 words Sample 5%
This is the second part of the large Volume Three of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers). This section includes Appendix O, NASA Search, Recovery, and Reconstruction Task Force Report and Enclosures.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Three, Appendix N, Photo and TV Support Team Report by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Three, Appendix N, Photo and TV Support Team Report by Progressive Management Jan. 27, 2012 $9.99 33943 words Sample 5%
This is the first part of the large Volume Three of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers). This section includes Appendix N, the NASA Photo and TV Support Team Report.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Two, Appendix L, M: NASA Accident Analysis, Morton Thiokol Comments by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Two, Appendix L, M: NASA Accident Analysis, Morton Thiokol Comments by Progressive Management Jan. 27, 2012 $9.99 73343 words Sample 5%
This is the second section of the large Volume Two of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers). This section includes Appendix L: NASA Accident Analysis Team Report and Appendix M: Comments by Morton Thiokol on NASA Report.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Two, Appendix E, F, G, H, I, J, and K, including Feynman Analysis by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume Two, Appendix E, F, G, H, I, J, and K, including Feynman Analysis by Progressive Management Jan. 26, 2012 $9.99 87941 words Sample 5%
This is the first section of the large Volume Two of the report issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers). This section includes Appendix E, F, G, H, I, J, and K, including the penetrating analysis of Shuttle safety issues by famed physicist Richard Feynman.
Global Warming-Alarmists, Skeptics & Deniers: A Geoscientist looks at the Science of Climate Change by Moonshine Cove Publishing, LLC Global Warming-Alarmists, Skeptics & Deniers: A Geoscientist looks at the Science of Climate Change by Moonshine Cove Publishing, LLC Jan. 25, 2012 $6.95 70066 words Sample 10%
In an easy-to-understand question and answer format requiring no background in science, all the main arguments advocates make in support of global warming are examined and found wanting. Without attacking anyone's politics and documenting all its conclusions with references to scientific literature, the book is the most concise guide to the global warming controversy any scientist has written.
Human Anatomy and Physiology Practice Questions: Protein Synthesis by Dr. Evelyn J Biluk Human Anatomy and Physiology Practice Questions: Protein Synthesis by Dr. Evelyn J Biluk Jan. 25, 2012 $4.99 1037 words
This is a collection of multiple choice and true/false questions on protein synthesis. Topics covered include an overview of protein synthesis, transcription and translation. These questions are suitable for students enrolled in Human Anatomy and Physiology II or Advanced Anatomy and Physiology.
Origin of Life MC-Theory by Dr Mukesh Chauhan Origin of Life MC-Theory by Dr Mukesh Chauhan Jan. 25, 2012 $5.99 23538 words Sample 10%
MC-Theory or M-Theory by Dr. Mukesh Chauhan,is a new theory which explains the missing dimensions of Origin of Life on Earth. It gives a practical reality to numerous theories which are mostly mathematical based calculations from Einstein to Stephen Hawking. It forms the balancing role in explaining the differences between evolutionary scientists & creationists and unites all the forces in nature.
America's Space Shuttle: Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) Systems NASA Astronaut Training Manual (EMU SYS 2102) by Progressive Management America's Space Shuttle: Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) Systems NASA Astronaut Training Manual (EMU SYS 2102) by Progressive Management Jan. 24, 2012 $9.99 25786 words Sample 5%
This unique and historic document provides extraordinary detail about the Space Shuttle's extravehicular mobility unit (EMU). The official NASA astronaut training manuals comprised a major part of the formal flight crew training process, and were used by flight controllers as well.
Creature From Crex Meadow by R.S. Lehner Creature From Crex Meadow by R.S. Lehner Jan. 24, 2012 $4.99 6021 words Sample 15%
an actual account of an encounter with an unknown humanoid creature that took place in november 2005 in the crex meadow wildlife preserve north of grantsburg wisconsin. probably bigfoot or another variant of sasquatch as told to the author. detailed and disturbing in scope of content. this is a report which attempts to answer some of the variables involved.
America's Space Shuttle: EVA Contingency Operations NASA Astronaut Training Manual (CONT OPS 2102) by Progressive Management America's Space Shuttle: EVA Contingency Operations NASA Astronaut Training Manual (CONT OPS 2102) by Progressive Management Jan. 24, 2012 $9.99 21351 words Sample 5%
This unique and historic document provides extraordinary detail about the Space Shuttle's extravehicular activity (EVA) contingency operations plans. The official NASA astronaut training manuals comprised a major part of the formal flight crew training process, and were used by flight controllers as well.
The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume One of the Rogers Commission Report by Progressive Management The Report of the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident - The Tragedy of Mission 51-L in 1986 - Volume One of the Rogers Commission Report by Progressive Management Jan. 24, 2012 $9.99 105208 words Sample 5%
This is the main report (Volume One) issued by the Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident (also known as the Rogers Commission after its chairman, William Rogers). The report has been professionally converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction.
Spinning a Green Yarn -- Another Inconvenient Truth by D Cecchini Spinning a Green Yarn -- Another Inconvenient Truth by D Cecchini Jan. 23, 2012 Free! 28017 words Read a sample
Tall gleaming white towers and intimidating gleaming white blades, creating energy from out of thin air—what could be more wholesome for the environment, wildlife, humankind, and the planet?! This book will help you to have a better understanding of the full impact of commercial wind power on the environment. Read this book and see if the facts mesh with your beliefs!
America's Space Shuttle: Reaction Control System NASA Astronaut Training Manual (RCS 2102A) by Progressive Management America's Space Shuttle: Reaction Control System NASA Astronaut Training Manual (RCS 2102A) by Progressive Management Jan. 23, 2012 $9.99 32026 words Sample 5%
This unique and historic document provides extraordinary detail about the Space Shuttle's reaction control system (RCS). The official NASA astronaut training manuals comprised a major part of the formal flight crew training process, and were used by flight controllers as well.
America's Space Shuttle: Electrical Power System NASA Astronaut Training Manual (EPS 2102) by Progressive Management America's Space Shuttle: Electrical Power System NASA Astronaut Training Manual (EPS 2102) by Progressive Management Jan. 22, 2012 $9.99 25668 words Sample 5%
This unique and historic document provides extraordinary detail about the Space Shuttle's electrical power system. The official NASA astronaut training manuals comprised a major part of the formal flight crew training process, and were used by flight controllers as well.
A Hiker's Journal by Terence Kiernan A Hiker's Journal by Terence Kiernan Jan. 22, 2012 $0.99 15341 words Sample 20%
This is the story of a lone hiker in the Dolly Sods a week after 9/11. Reflective and evocative, the piece brings to life the mystery and relentless beauty of this area of our country's parks as told through the journal of a seasoned hiker.
From Runway to Orbit: Reflections of a NASA Engineer - Revelations about the Space Shuttle, Challenger Accident, X-15, Lifting Body Program, NASP, Hypersonics and the X-33 (NASA SP 2004-4109) by Progressive Management From Runway to Orbit: Reflections of a NASA Engineer - Revelations about the Space Shuttle, Challenger Accident, X-15, Lifting Body Program, NASP, Hypersonics and the X-33 (NASA SP 2004-4109) by Progressive Management Jan. 21, 2012 $9.99 175295 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - is a fascinating account by the former chief scientist of the Dryden Flight Research Center of the major space and aeronautical developments of the last 40 years, including the Space Shuttle, X-15, X-33, the lifting body program, the National Aerospace Plane (NASP), and more.
Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program: Analysis of Apollo 12 Lightning Incident - Technical Report on the Triggered Lightning Strike on the Apollo Saturn V Rocket in 1969 by Progressive Management Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program: Analysis of Apollo 12 Lightning Incident - Technical Report on the Triggered Lightning Strike on the Apollo Saturn V Rocket in 1969 by Progressive Management Jan. 21, 2012 $6.99 14257 words Sample 5%
This official NASA technical report - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides an analysis of the famous 1969 triggered lightning strike on the Apollo 12 rocket during its launch.
The Difficult Road to Mars, A Brief History of Mars Exploration in the Soviet Union - The Inside Story of Numerous Mission Failures from Russia's Leading Spacecraft Designer (NASA NP-1999-06-251-HQ) by Progressive Management The Difficult Road to Mars, A Brief History of Mars Exploration in the Soviet Union - The Inside Story of Numerous Mission Failures from Russia's Leading Spacecraft Designer (NASA NP-1999-06-251-HQ) by Progressive Management Jan. 21, 2012 $7.99 28170 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - is a fascinating account by the leading designer for Mars and Venus spacecraft in the Soviet Union during the early days of Mars exploration, V.G. Perminov, at a time when many missions to the Red Planet were abject failures.
Your Biology Question Answered by Jonathan Clark Your Biology Question Answered by Jonathan Clark Jan. 21, 2012 $0.99 37762 words Sample 20%
This book is called ‘Your Biology Questions Answered’ for a good reason. Its format is based on questions and answers that I hope will help you to better understand the wonderful subject of Biology. Some questions are exam-type questions which I hope will help you gain some valuable exam technique and increase your knowledge as well.
Mission to Jupiter: A History of the Galileo Project - Comprehensive History of the Epic Exploration of Jupiter and its Moons, Io, Europa, Callisto, Failures and Triumphs (NASA SP-2007-4231) by Progressive Management Mission to Jupiter: A History of the Galileo Project - Comprehensive History of the Epic Exploration of Jupiter and its Moons, Io, Europa, Callisto, Failures and Triumphs (NASA SP-2007-4231) by Progressive Management Jan. 20, 2012 $9.99 135858 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - is a comprehensive account of the epic Galileo probe of Jupiter and its moons, recounting the difficult path to launch, the change in Shuttle upper stages after the Challenger accident, the high gain antenna and tape recorder anomalies, and the enormous scientific success of the mission.
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть шестая by Генрих Вахлаков Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть шестая by Генрих Вахлаков Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 1895 words Read a sample
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А или НОВАЯ СТАДИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПЛАНЕТЫ ЗЕМЛЯ Часть шестая
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть пятая by Генрих Вахлаков Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть пятая by Генрих Вахлаков Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 609 words Read a sample
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А или НОВАЯ СТАДИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПЛАНЕТЫ ЗЕМЛЯ Часть пятая
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть четвертая by Генрих Вахлаков Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть четвертая by Генрих Вахлаков Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 389 words Read a sample
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А или НОВАЯ СТАДИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПЛАНЕТЫ ЗЕМЛЯ Часть четвертая
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть третья by Генрих Вахлаков Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть третья by Генрих Вахлаков Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 265 words Read a sample
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А или НОВАЯ СТАДИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПЛАНЕТЫ ЗЕМЛЯ Часть третья
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть вторая by Генрих Вахлаков Э Р Г É Н Т И К А Часть вторая by Генрих Вахлаков Jan. 20, 2012 Free! 925 words Read a sample
Э Р Г É Н Т И К А или НОВАЯ СТАДИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ПЛАНЕТЫ ЗЕМЛЯ. Часть вторая
Hidden Nature: Discover the Plants, Animals and Natural History of Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park by Larry Hyslop Hidden Nature: Discover the Plants, Animals and Natural History of Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park by Larry Hyslop Jan. 19, 2012 $7.99 28930 words Sample 20%
This Book Offers: -- sketches of plants, animals and geological processes. -- descriptions of popular hikes and favorite park locations. -- well-written stories using carefully researched scientific backgrounds. -- descriptions of relationships between plants, animals and this unique landscape
Uplink - Downlink: A History of the Deep Space Network 1957-1997, Mariner, Viking, Voyager, Galileo, Cassini Eras, DSN as a Scientific Instrument (NASA SP-2001-4227) by Progressive Management Uplink - Downlink: A History of the Deep Space Network 1957-1997, Mariner, Viking, Voyager, Galileo, Cassini Eras, DSN as a Scientific Instrument (NASA SP-2001-4227) by Progressive Management Jan. 19, 2012 $9.99 205152 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a comprehensive, readable history of NASA's Deep Space Network (DSN), the network of antennas communicating with interplanetary probes including the eras of the Mariner, Viking, Voyager, Galileo, Cassini spacecraft.
Them and Us: How Neanderthal predation created modern humans by Danny Vendramini Them and Us: How Neanderthal predation created modern humans by Danny Vendramini Jan. 19, 2012 $9.99 89997 words Sample 20%
Danny Vendramini argues that Neanderthals were apex predators that hunted, raped, and abducted early humans. This 50,000 year period of sexual and cannibalistic predation transformed our timid stone-age ancestors into modern humans. This is one of those groundbreaking theories that revolutionizes scientific thinking. It represents a quantum leap in our understanding of human origins
To See the Unseen: A History of Planetary Radar Astronomy - A Comprehensive History of Radar Observations of Venus, Mars, Comets, Asteroids, the Magellan Mission, Arecibo Observatory (NASA SP-4218) by Progressive Management To See the Unseen: A History of Planetary Radar Astronomy - A Comprehensive History of Radar Observations of Venus, Mars, Comets, Asteroids, the Magellan Mission, Arecibo Observatory (NASA SP-4218) by Progressive Management Jan. 18, 2012 $9.99 155360 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a comprehensive scientific and management history of planetary radar astronomy, with the story of radar observations from Earth of Mars, Venus, comets, and asteroids, as well as the successful mission of Magellan to map Venus.
First Among Equals: The Selection of NASA Space Science Experiments - Origins of NASA, Early Satellites, Webb's Influence on Science (NASA SP-4215) by Progressive Management First Among Equals: The Selection of NASA Space Science Experiments - Origins of NASA, Early Satellites, Webb's Influence on Science (NASA SP-4215) by Progressive Management Jan. 18, 2012 $7.99 53151 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - describes the origin and evolution of the NASA space science selection process. Contents: The Origins of the Selection Process * The Origins of NASA * The Space Science Board * NASA Organizes * 1959: A Year of Trouble and Conflict * The NASA Process for Selecting Scientists
The Human Factor: Biomedicine in the Manned Space Program to 1980 - Unique Insights into Biological and Life Science Research from Mercury, Gemini and Apollo through Skylab (NASA SP-4213) by Progressive Management The Human Factor: Biomedicine in the Manned Space Program to 1980 - Unique Insights into Biological and Life Science Research from Mercury, Gemini and Apollo through Skylab (NASA SP-4213) by Progressive Management Jan. 18, 2012 $9.99 105249 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides unique information about NASA's biomedicine program in the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, and Skylab era, with fascinating insights into medical issues faced by the early astronauts.
Thinking About Science: Essays on the Nature of Science by Massimo Pigliucci Thinking About Science: Essays on the Nature of Science by Massimo Pigliucci Jan. 18, 2012 $5.00 37347 words Sample 20%
This is a collection of essays on the nature of science and its sometimes fuzzy distinction from pseudoscience. These essays were originally published as a regular column in the magazine Skeptical Inquirer, one of the best sources of information available on controversies surrounding pseudoscience.
William H. Pickering: America's Deep Space Pioneer - Jet Propulsion Laboratory Leader, Explorer 1, Ranger and Surveyor Lunar Missions for Apollo Preparation, Mars and Venus Probes (NASA SP-2008-4113) by Progressive Management William H. Pickering: America's Deep Space Pioneer - Jet Propulsion Laboratory Leader, Explorer 1, Ranger and Surveyor Lunar Missions for Apollo Preparation, Mars and Venus Probes (NASA SP-2008-4113) by Progressive Management Jan. 17, 2012 $9.99 94317 words Sample 5%
This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - tells the amazing story of the life and work of Dr. William H. Pickering, leader of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).