An all-encompassing look at the history and enduring impact of the
Apollo space program In Apollo's Legacy, space historian Roger D.
Launius explores the many-faceted stories told about the meaning of
the Apollo program and how it forever altered American society. The
Apollo missions marked the first time human beings left Earth's
orbit and visited another world, and thus they loom large in our
collective memory. Many have detailed the exciting events of the
Apollo program, but Launius offers unique insight into its legacy
as seen through multiple perspectives. He surveys a wide range of
viewpoints and narratives, both positive and negative, surrounding
the program. These include the argument that Apollo epitomizes
American technological--and political--progress; technological and
scientific advances garnered from the program; critiques from both
sides of the political spectrum about the program's expenses; and
even conspiracy theories and denials of the program's very
existence. Throughout the book, Launius weaves in stories from
important moments in Apollo's history to draw readers into his
analysis. Apollo's Legacy is a must-read for space buffs interested
in new angles on a beloved cultural moment and those seeking a
historic perspective on the Apollo program.
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