1966 Book Facing the Universe by V.A. Firsoff
$45.00A striking 1966 piece that captures the era’s bold artistic vision. This collectible reflects the cultural zeitgeist of the mid-1960s, when artists were reimagining humanity’s place in the cosmos.
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A striking 1966 piece that captures the era’s bold artistic vision. This collectible reflects the cultural zeitgeist of the mid-1960s, when artists were reimagining humanity’s place in the cosmos.

1971 Soviet Space Programs Report Covering 1966-70 for collectors and enthusiasts. Please review the photos for condition and size reference where provided.

This book is a discussion on the achievements and possibilities of earth satellites. It was published in 1971 by Macdonald / American Elsevier Inc. Key topics covered in the book include: Satellite Technology: The technology behind satellites is explained in the first chapter. Applications: The book discusses various uses of artificial earth satellites, such as communication, meteorology,…

A non-technical hardcover book with its dustjacket, that provides an authoritative account of the Project Gemini space program. Key details about the book and its subject: Author’s Authority: Sol Levine served as the deputy technical director of the Gemini Project for the Martin-Marietta Corporation, lending an authoritative voice to the narrative. Content: The book covers the objectives of Project…

Atlas of the Solar System 1983 by Moore and Hunt

Explore the mysteries of the cosmos with “What’s Out There”—a captivating guide to space exploration, celestial phenomena, and the wonders beyond our world. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds alike, this book delves into distant galaxies, cosmic discoveries, and humanity’s quest to understand the universe. Authors Baumann, Hopkins, Nolletti and Soluri. Foreward written by…

This book explores various scientific topics and themes, including: The life and work of Paul Broca, a pioneering doctor in brain studies, and the story behind Sagan seeing and holding Broca’s actual brain, which influenced the book’s title. The methods, significance, and benefits of science. Astronomy and astrophysics. The human future in space and the…

Overview: The book traces the history of scientific research and exploration of the planet Jupiter. Content: It covers observations from early astronomers like Galileo through to data collected by the Pioneer and Voyager space probes. Details: The author, Eric Burgess, was a science writer who was involved in suggesting the design for the plaque carried…

This book is a work of nonfiction that speculates on the future role of space and orbital assets during wartime, focusing on military futurology. Content Overview: The book provides an examination of weaponry technology in the international race for space supremacy. It offers a comparative analysis of Soviet, American, Chinese, Japanese, and European space launch vehicles…

An astronomy book by Colin A. Ronan exploring deep space, galaxies, stars, and the wider universe.

A hardcover history of astronomy by Colin A. Ronan, complete with its original dust jacket and a protective plastic cover.

This book is a comprehensive guide to military aviation history, covering the development and service of fighter aircraft through various eras. Content: The book chronicles the history of fighters from World War I biplanes to modern stealth aircraft. It covers key technical developments, fundamental aerodynamic principles, and the individuals involved in military aviation. Scope: The volume presents an…

First Edition 1973 The Tragedy of the Moon by Isaac Asimov for collectors and enthusiasts. Please review the photos for condition and size reference where provided.

This book is about the Mariner 10 mission, the first spacecraft mission to fly past the planet Mercury. It documents the challenges and the social, political, and economic factors involved in the planning and technological achievement of the mission. Key features of the book include: Content: A well-written, though relatively short, account of the Mariner 10…

This is a rare early space-age introductory book published in 1958 by Whittlesey House (McGraw-Hill). It came out the same year that the U.S. formed NASA—making it historically significant. Length: ~54 pages Audience: General readers (a “layman’s guide”) Subjects covered: Basic rocket science principles Guided missiles and military applications Early artificial satellites Terminology of the…

Subject: It is a comprehensive book covering the history of aviation from early designs to modern space travel. Features: The book contains hundreds of color and black-and-white photographs documenting flying machines, fighters, bombers, and jets. Format: It is a hardcover edition typically measuring around 8.5 x 11.75 inches and containing over 300 pages. Please review all photos carefully,…