PLEASE READ: How to figure
out just where find books on this
huge website without having an anxiety attack!
Please note the tips that follow will make your book finding experience on this huge website easier to navigate. My posting books in a logical/user friendly manner given all of the options has always been a daunting task so here are my general guidlines:
1. Books posted on THIS page are either mainstream books signed by the author or comng from the personal collection of an Astronaut or Flight Controller/Director. Books coming from personal collections are usually hand signed and often inscribed with unique saluations to the Astronaut by the author. Books of this sort were given to Farthest Reaches for their sale by either the Astronauts or their families.
2. NASA publications, technical manuals or MCC console used materials specific to a program such as Mercury - Shuttle can be found on the "Memorabilia" pages for that mission easily accessed by first clicking on "Space Program" at the top of every page of this site and then following the prompts to the mission itself.
3. A third type of book are military training materials/books, manuals, grade/high school, college text books and even yearbooks owned and used by Astronauts or Flight Controllers/Directors. These are generally PRE NASA materials. Many collectors find these of interest given their personal nature. I have quite a inventory though not all are posted at any point in time. These can be found by selecting Astronaut Artifacts OR MCC: Kranz, Griffin & Liebergot from the main menu at the top of each page. From there simply choose the individual you're interested in and scroll to see what books of this sort are currently posted.
I do hope this primer helps but if questions I'm easily reached by using the contact informaton at the bottom of each and every page on this site.
HAPPY BROWSING!!!
Steve Hankow
Farthest Reaches LLC
8/4/24
Books from the Scott Carpenter Family Collection
(see also: Scott Carpenter Artifacts or Mission
Memorabilia Pages for program specific
books)
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This is a lot of two items. The on on the left is a Special Advance Reader's Excerpt used as a promotion for Scott's HC version of "The Steel Albatross". It is 8 pages long and about the size of the HC itself. It is marked as a promotion for the forthcoming book and Author Tour. Scott has handsigned both the cover as you can see AND the inside on the title page in black sharpie.
The second half of this lot is the actual cover of what would become the PB version of "The Steel Albartoss". It too is hand signed by Scott on the front in black sharpie as shown here.
Both items have a back side that also provide information about this then, unreleased title. Both are in perfect condition. These both come directly from the Carpenter Family Collection. Very rare I'm sure and a great item to dd to your bookshelf.
#Book: Carpenter - "The Steel
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"The Steel Albatross" by Scott Carpenter Pocket Books, NY, 1991, 1st/1st, HC, 371 pages
This is a beautiful pristine copy of this title that comes directly from Scott Carpenter's personal collection. Scott boldly hand signed on the title page as you can see in the scan. A great example of this title in hard to fine "as new" condition hand signed by the author...
#Book: Carpenter - Steel Albratross HC
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"Lost Moon" In Space: The Science by Dr. Fred Kelly (Tab Books, PA, 1986, 1st Ed, 179 pgs., HC)
This is Wally Schirra's personal copy of this title written by NASA's former physican Dr. Fred Kelly. Dr. Kelly inscribes to Wally and Jo as follows:
"Hope this book brings back good memories...Best Wishes, Fred Kelly MD...15 Oct '86'
The book is in oustanding condition. The DJ has some tears and chips but could be easily replaced.
#Books: Schirra - Indestructible Spirit
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Books from the Gordon Cooper
Family Collection
(see also: Gordon Cooper
Artifacts or Mission
Memorabilia Pages for
program specific books)
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"Hello Earth: Greetings From Endeavour" by Alfred M. Worden (Nash Publishing, Los Angeles, 1974, HC, 78 pgs)
Hand signed Al Worden and dedicated to Gordo's mother Hattie with date 12/8/76.
This book contains origional poetry and is a well known title. Making this one special however is it's beig dedicated tto Gordon Cooper's mother. almost 50 years ago. Somehow Al signed this book TWICE! It is also signed on the rear free end paper, "Al Worden, Apollo 15". Small notch with price cut out. Book and DJ is in excellent condition. .
#Books: Helllo Earth: Hattie
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"The Day I Died" by Jay Barbree (Greenwich Workship Press, 1998, 1st Ed, 1st Printing, 176 pgs, HC)
CREW SIGNED !! Alan Bean's legacy. An amazing coffee table book hand signed on the title page by the entire flight crew as you can see in the scan. No one was more equipped to paint these scenes than Astronaut Al Bean. A must have for every space collection.
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Books from the Ed Gibson Collection
(see also: Ed Gibson Artifacts or Mission
Memorabilia Pages for program specific
books)
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"Reach" by Edward Gibson
Highly regarded science fiction tale of Commander Jake Ryder and the Wayfarer 2, a deep space probe sent out to determine the fate of its sister ship, which has suddenly and mysteriously gone silent. Is nicely signed by it's owner, Ed Gibson who signs, "Ed Gibson, Skylab III".
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"Reach" by Edward Gibson
British paperback of this highly regarded science fiction tale of Commander Jake Ryder and the Wayfarer 2, a deep space probe sent out to determine the fate of its sister ship, which has suddenly and mysteriously gone silent. Is nicely signed by it's owner, Ed Gibson who signs, "Ed Gibson, Skylab III".
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"Suddenly, Tomorrow Came...A History of the
Johnson Space Center" by Henry C. Dethloff
The title says it all. A wonderful and thoroughly detailed history of the Johnson Space Center. Ed Gibson hand signed this volume and indicates that it's from his personal library.
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"Space Stations and Platforms by Gordon Woodcock
Forward by Ed Gibson
As Ed Gibson says so well in his Forward, "It's time. Explorers, move farther out. The settlers are on their way"
This title takes it beyond Apollo and into the realm of Space Stations and Platforms. Quite interesting with many illustrations, diagrams, charts and text.
This copy comes from Ed Gibson's personal library and he has hand signed accordingly as well as signing his "Forward" It is NOT signed by the author himself but is no less desirable. You won't find many of this title floating around and even fewer hand signed by Ed.
#Gibson:
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"Sky Masters"
by Dale Brown This military adventure by novelis and former Air Force Captain Dale Brwon is warmly dedicated to Ed Gibson as you can see in the scan. Ed ALSO hands signs on the opposite page, "Ed Gibson, Skylab III".
#Gibson:
"Red Sky"
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"Red Sky: A Novel Of
Love, Space & War"
by Mike Mullane Astronaut Mike Mullane writes a riveting tale about "Love, Space & War". Sounds just about perfect to me! . Mike includes a humorous dedication to Ed Gibson as you can see in the included scan. The binding is partially separated on the front side as this appears to be a well read copy but is worth overlooking for the wonderful inscription from one astronaut to another!
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"The
Jury Returns" by Louis Nizer
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"Trophy
For Eagles" by Walter J. Boyne A well regarded romantic story of the pioneering men and women who devoted and sacrificed their lives to conquer the sky. This copy is dedicated to upcoming novelist, Astronaut Ed Gibson and is also hand signed by Ed in silver sharpie on the red front free endpaper (not shown here). Very nice condition.
#Gibson:
"Trophy For Eagles"
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"Un
Conquerant Sous La Mer" by Alain Dunoyer de
Segonzac Translated from French this book is entitled, "A Conqueror Under The Sea, Henri-Germain Delauze. Henri is a well known underwater pioneer/explorer and as you can see, has dedicated this particular book to another pioneer explorer, Astronaut Ed Gibson.
#Gibson:
"Un Conguerant"
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"Real Peace: A Strategy for the West" (NY, 1984, HC, 106 pages)
Considered one of Nixon's most incisive works on American forign policy, "Real Peace" argues that lasting peace can only be achieved through "hard headed detente"- a pragmatic mixture of military preparedness, effective arms control and inproved East-West economic ties.
This copy comes from Ed Gibson's personal library and is from Nixon's private limited edition of "Real Peace" making it on the very rare side. It was distrubited prior its actual publication to selected individuas at Nixon's descretion. The documentation is shown in the attached scan.
The book itself other than some marks shown in the scan is in Fine condition. The DJ shows wear and the back panel is corner clipped though I'm not sure why. It may be due to this book being an advance copy and not meant for sale.
This copy is also hand signed by Ed Gibson. It is indeed a very rare state for this title coming from an Astronaut's personal collection. .
#Book: Gibson - Nixon $250 |
Books from the Eugene F. Kranz Collection
(see also: Eugene Kranz Artifacts or Mission
Memorabilia Pages for program specific
books)
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"Results of the
NASA SP-12, 120 pages
PB,1962 This rather complete summary of aspects surrounding the results of the flight Astronaut Wally Schirra and Sigma 7 come from the personal Mercury mission files of Eugene F. Kranz who authentically hand inscribes it's cover accordingly. Who could ask for a more desirable copy of this well known NASA publication.
#Books: Kranz - Results
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Eugene Kranz's personal copy of Edward C. Ezell's manuscript of the ASTP Narrative History JSC Memorandum, US Government Printing office, 488 pgs., December 4. 1975
This is Gene Kranz's
personal copy of the first
draft of this important
document. This review
copy was sent to "Critical
Readers" which as you might
imagine, Gene was. The
introduction asks the
readers for comments
explaining that this is the
initial draft based
"primarily upon documentary
materials and interviews".
Gene himself has written a wonderful
inscription on the cover that describes the
contents of the publication quite nicely. He
writes:
"This is an interesting and factual summary of our early technical and ploitical relations with the Soviets in space....Eugene F. Kranz"
It is in excellent condition overall as you can see in the scan. This would make a great addition to your space library particularly with Gene's amazing inscription. His personal copy and rarely seen in this form......
#Books: Kranz - ASTP
Narrative History
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"Keeping Track: A History of the GSFC Tracking and Data Qcquisition Networks: 1957 to 1991"
Editors Kathleen Mogan & Frank Mintz This 1992 version of a difficult to find title is best described by Gene Kranz from who's library it comes from. He has handwritten the following on the title page as you can see to the left:
"Goddard was the Comm and Data Hub for spaceflight. I remember when high speed data was 3 kbs and to talk to the Mercury Tracking Sites I had to call "Goddard Voice" to paatch us to a site via an old fashioned patch board. Thos were the days of flying a spacecraft flying 5 miles per sec with communications that dated back to the Pony Express....Eugene F. Kranz"
#Books: Kranz - Keeping Track
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"Project Mercury:
A Chronology"
The first volume in the NASA Historical Series, documenting the design, construction and flights of Project Mercury. A day by day chronology with many B&W photos and diagrams. Filled with information not to be found elsewhere. Scarce and highly desirable. Great condition.
This copy owned by Gene Kranz is extensively inscribed in Gene's own hand as you can see:
"This is an interesting history of the beginning of America's manned space program. This is where built the foundation and learned the lessons to go on into deep space.....Eugene F. Kranz, Flight"
#Books: Kranz - Mercury Chronology
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"Apollo
Sloyuz Mission
Evaluation Report"
(JSC 10607, 254 pp, PB, Dec. 1975)
With the title nicely describing the actual subject of this book, it's owner Eugene F. Kranz inscribes it's cover with the more personal comment that follows:
"This mission was successful because the respective technical communities worked around the political challanges"...Eugene F. Kranz, "Division Chief" & "Flight Control".
#Books: Kranz 195-
Apollo/Soyuz
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"Projekt
Mercury" : Raumfahrt-Bibliothek
This is the story of Project Mercury. Written in German, this heavily illustrated soft cover. tells the story of NASA's Mercury Program.
This copy owned by Gene Kranz is inscribed by Gene as you can see:
"A gift from a German space
friend....Eugene F. Kranz"
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"2nd Manned Space Flight Meeting: A
Volume of
Technical Papers Presented April 22-24, 1963
Dallas, Texas"
(AIAA, NY, 1963, 397 pp, PB)
Gene's descripton as hand written on the title page describes this important early compilation the best:
"This is an early summary of the pioneering studies that led to the technology of the early years of spaceflight....Eugene F. Kranz, Flight Director"
Rare, important and from the Flight Director's own files....
#Books: Kranz - 2nd Manned Meeting
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"Space"
Random House, New York, HC, 1982, First Ed., 3rd Printing, 624 pgs.
This book considered to be a classic is personalized to Gene Kranz by James Michener. The image of Gene at his consolle with James Michener shown above is included with this book. Last but not least, Gene adds the following inscription to the free endpaper just above Michener's dedication:
"Mister Michener was an adept listerer. We spent nearly an hour discussing the early space program and the Shuttle Flight Operations and Teams......
Eugene F. Kranz Shuttle Mission Operations Director
#Books: Kranz - "Space" by Michener
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"NASA: A Quarter Century of Space Achievement" by Howard Benedict (Gatekeeper Press, Tampa, Fl, 2023, 1st Ed, HC, 402 pgs)
Written by Howard Benedict, this is an historical overview of NASA's frst 25 years. This particular copy comes from the personal collection of Gene Kranz who adds a wonderful inscription summarizing his take of this title. Worn but important. Straight from the Flight Directors personal bookshelf. .
#Books: Kranz-Quarter Century Century
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Books from the Walter M. Schirra Family Collection
(see also: Wally Schirra Artifacts or Mission Memorabilia Pages for program specific books)
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"Falling To Earth"
by
Al Worden with Francis French
This is Wally Schirra's family dedicated copy of Al Worden's book. All has hand signed and Francis French has written a wonderful inscription to Jo Schirra and Family as Wally had passed by the time this book was published.
"To Jo and Family....With a great deal of thanks for your friendship, help and support over the years! Al tells some great Wally stories throughouut this book. Hope you enjoy them!. My very best to you as ever, Francis French"
The book and DJ are in fine conditon.
#Book:
Schirra - Falling To Earth
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"To Rule The NightL"
by
James Irwin This is Wally Schirra's personal copy of James Irwin's book. Irwin has hand inscribed this book to his friend Wally:
"To Wally and Jo, My thanks for setting the pace for us ! My very best wishes for your lives in Him...James Irwin"
The book and DJ are in very good conditon. You'll never find another one like it.
#Book:
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"America's Astronauts and Their Indestructible Spirit" by Dr. Fred Kelly (Tab Books, PA, 1986, 1st Ed, 179 pgs., HC)
This is Wally Schirra's personal copy of this title written by NASA's former physican Dr. Fred Kelly. Dr. Kelly inscribes to Wally and Jo as follows:
"Hope this book brings back good memories...Best Wishes, Fred Kelly MD...15 Oct '86'
The book is in oustanding condition. The DJ has some tears and chips but could be easily replaced.
#Books: Schirra - Indestructible Spirit
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"Farewell to the Mockingbirds" by James McEachin (Rharl Publishing, Ca, 1997, 1st Ed, 506 pgs, HC)
This is Wally Schirra's personal copy of this title inscribed to him..."To Wally...an American hero.....James McEachin"
#Books: Schirra - Farewell
to the Mockingbirds
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"Alive In Space: The Science by Robert Wells (Little Brown, Boston, 1961, 1st Ed, 180 pgs., HC)
This early space book with a long dedication to Wally by it's author.....Interesting content within it's pages....."There are men in the rocket's nose. Destination: Another planet. Super cool DJ as well although the book is a bit worn. Straignt from Wally Schirra's bookshelf.
#Books: Schirra - Alive In Space
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Misc Hand Signed Books
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"Selecting the Mercury Seven" By Colin Burgess Springer/Praxis, New York, TB, 2011, 371 pgs.
The names of the seven Mercury astronauts were announced in April 1959 amid a flurry of publicity and patriotism. This work provides biographical details of all thirty-two finalists for the seven coveted places as America's pioneering astronauts. All of the candidates were among the nation's elite pilots involved in testing new supersonic aircraft capabilities. Most had served as wartime fighter and bomber pilots; some were test pilots on top secret and sophisticated aviation projects, while others were fleet admirals, prisoners of war, and proposed pilots for spaceflight programs such as the Dyna-Soar (X-20).
The names of all 32 finalists have been kept secret until very recently. "Selecting the Mercury Seven" also relates the history and difficulties behind the initial choice of candidates. The lives, motivations, military careers, and achievements of the unsuccessful twenty-five finalists are explored first in fully authorized biographies. Test pilots for the U.S. Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, each man has a fascinating and very different story to tell.
All thirty-two men had to endure meticulous, demeaning, and brutal week-long medical examinations at the Lovelace Clinic in New Mexico. This was followed by another torturous week at the Wright Aeromedical Laboratory in Ohio, where they were subjected to extreme fitness and physiological testing, the sole purpose of which was to sort out the Supermen from the near-supermen. The final part of the book examines the accomplishments and spaceflights of the seven successful candidates, bringing their amazing stories right up to date.
Making this book even more special is that each of our copies is not only hand signed by author Colin Burgess but comes with a beautifully produced acid free/heavy weight (suitable for framing) laid in card containing the authentic signatures of seven of the surviving Project Mercury Astronaut candidates. Only 300 of these inserts were produced and when they're gone, they're gone. The special offer is ONLY available through Farthest Reaches.
#Books: Selecting the Mercury Seven
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"We Seven Tough and Competent" by Eugene Kranz (Gatekeeper Press, Tampa, Fl, 2023, 1st Ed, HC, 402 pgs)
This is Gene's second book and it's a VERY interesting read. He treads new territory speaks to how he turned the leadership and chemistry between his wet behind the ears team into the cohisive unit that led us to putting our first man on the moon and beyond. This a fresh look at an aspect of the manned space program that has not been told before. Highly recommended. This book is exceediglyy hard to find hand signed and these have been signed specifically for Farthest Reaches LLC. Gene adds "Flight" under his name. Only a limited number are available. .
#Books: Tough & Competent
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"Astronaut Al Travels to the Moon"
by
Al Worden with Francis
French
This new tiitle is a wonderful children's book in which Al describes space travel from an astronaut's point of view. Though it' was written with children in mind it can easily be appreciated by adults as well.
The illustrations by artist Michelle Rouch are the perfect touch for this 32 page book and as you can see by the cover art, her work is most iimpressive.
Our copies are each hand signed by both Francis French and illustrator Michelle Rouch. Personalizations are happily accomodated at no extra charge as long as they are requested prior to our special signing so don't delay.
Not only a great book for any space collectors bookshelf but also as a gift. This title is yet another great addition to the Worden/French catalogue.
#Books: Astronaut Al
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"Moonwalker" by Charles & Dottie Duke Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1990, 284 pgs, HB
This book chronicles the story of Astronaut Charles Duke. It details his trip to the moon and beyond. Beautifully hand signed by Charlie in blue sharpie.
Farthest Reaches has obtained a limited number of these books and trust me, you won't find them more reasonably priced than this.
#Books: Duke - Moonwalker
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Apollo Pilot: The Memoir of Astronaut
Donn Eisele"
Twice Signed !!
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"Apollo Pilot: The Memoir of Astronaut Donn Eisele"
by
Donn Eisele, Francis French (Editor) & Susan
Eisele Black (Afterword)
In October 1968 Donn Eisele flew with fellow astronauts Walt Cunningham and Wally Schirra into Earth orbit in Apollo 7. The first manned mission in the Apollo Program and the first manned flight after a fire during a launch pad test killed three astronauts in early 1967, Apollo 7 heldped restart NASA's manned spaceflight program.
Known to many as a goofy, lighthearted prankster, Eisele worked his way from the U.S. Navel Academy to Test Pilot school and then into the select ranks of America's prestigious astronaut corps. He was originally on the crew of Apollo 1 before being replaced due to injury. After that crew died in a horrific fire, Eisele was on the crew selected to return Americans to space. Despite the success of Apollo 7, Eisele never flew in space again as diviorce and a testy crew commander led to the three astronauts being lableed as troublemakers.
Unbeknownst to everyone, after his retirement as a technical assistant for manned spaceflight at NASA’s Langley Research Center in 1972, Eisele wrote in detail about his years in the air force and his time in the Apollo program. Long after his death, Francis French discovered Eisele’s unpublished memoir, and Susie Eisele Black (Donn’s widow) allowed French access to her late husband’s NASA files and personal effects. Readers can now experience an Apollo story they assumed would never be written as well as the story behind its discovery.
Please note that all of the authors proceeds are being donated to a library reading fund that was near and dear to the heart of Susan Eisele Black.
A Farthest Reaches Exclusive:
As usual
at Farthest Reaches we always try to provide
something a little extra when offering
signed books and this is no exception. As if
having author Francis French (on Twitter as
@F_French) hand signing each of our copies
isn't enough, we are most pleased to
announce that
Amy Shira Teitel (on Twitter as
@astVintageSpace) who has written this
book's Historical Overview, has also
generously consented to hand sign copies
being offered by Farthest Reaches.
#Book:
French - Apollo Pilot (twice hand signed)
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"Friendship 7: the Epic Orbital Flight of John H. Glenn Jr. "
by
Colin Burgess
This is the very latest addition to noted Author Colin Burgess's series on the 'Pioneers in Early Spaceflight'. These books documenting the history of the Mercury manned missions with this one focused on Astronaut John Glenn's historic flight. Includes a number of photographs with many being in color.
Our copies are hand signed by Colin Burgess on the title page as can be seen in the image above. Given that the author resides in Australia, hand signed copies of his titles are difficult to come by unless obtained during one of Colin's visits to the states where he will make an occasional in person appearance. Only a few signed copies of this title remain in my stock.
Each of our copies are hand signed by Authors Francis French & Colin Burgess using Astronaut Wally Schirra's Fisher Space Pen.
#Books: Friendship 7
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"Into That Silent Sea - Trailblazers of the Space Era, 1961 - 1965"
by
Francis French & Colin
Burgess
This book speaks to a time of bold new technology, historic moments, and international jousting on the final frontier. But beyond that, it also speaks to a time of human drama, of moments less public but no less dramatic in the lives of those who made the golden age of space flight happen. These are the moments and the lives that Into That Silent Sea captures, a book that tells the intimate stories of the men and women, American and Russian, who made the space race their own and gave the era its compelling character.
Each of our copies are hand signed by authors Francis French & Colin Burgess using Astronaut Wally Schirra's Fisher Space Pen.
#Books: Silent Sea
ALSO: 4 copies remain signed by Francis French, Colin Burgess AND Wally Funk who adds, Best Wishes, Wally Funk..."The two Wallys"
Books: Slient Sea - Funk $75
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"Into The Shadow Of The Moon: A Challenging Journey to Tranquility, 1965 - 1969"
by
Francis French & Colin
Burgess
In the Shadow of the Moon tells the story of the most exciting and challenging years in spaceflight, with two superpowers engaged in a titanic struggle to land one of their own people on the moon. While describing awe-inspiring technical achievements, the authors go beyond the missions and the competition of the space race to focus on the people who made it all possible. Their book explores the inspirations, ambitions, personalities, and experiences of the select few whose driving ambition was to fly to the moon.
Each of our copies are hand signed by Authors Francis French & Colin Burgess using Astronaut Wally Schirra's Fisher Space Pen. As an added bonus, this copy is hand signed by Dee O'Hara to whom this book is dedicated.
#Books: Shadow Of The Moon
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"Falling to Earth" By Al Worden with Francis French Smithsonian Books; 1st edition (July 26, 2011), HC, 312 pages.
As command module pilot for
the Apollo 15 mission to the moon in 1971,
Al Worden flew on what is widely regarded as
the greatest exploration mission that humans
have ever attempted. He spent six days
orbiting the moon, including three days
completely alone, the most isolated human in
existence. During the return from the moon
to earth he also conducted the first
spacewalk in deep space, becoming the first
human ever to see both the entire earth and
moon simply by turning his head. The Apollo
15 flight capped an already-impressive
career as an astronaut, including important
work on the pioneering Apollo 9 and Apollo
12 missions, as well as the perilous flight
of Apollo 13.
Farthest Reaches is very pleased to be offering "Falling To Earth" hand signed by both authors Astronaut Al Worden and Francis French....but with a twist.
Each of our copies will come with a previously unpublished poem by Col. Worden entitled "Rising from Earth" which is printed on heavy weight 80 lb. archival linen paper and signed by Col. Worden with archival ink. The poem will fit neatly inside your book and is only available through this website with your purchase of "Falling To Earth". You can read about the poem and see it: HERE or click in the image above.
The poem accompanying this book is only available through Farthest Reaches. Not only is this book a great read and as offered here, even more collectible, so place your order today.
#Books: "Falling To Earth
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"Apollo EECOM: Journey Of A Lifetime" By Sy Liebergot Apogee Books, Canada; 1st edition, 2003, HC, 215 pages.
Most of what we learn about NASA's space missions comes from statements carefully planned and massaged by managers and public relations people. With Apollo EECOM: Journey of a Lifetime we finally get an insider's view of how the Flight Controllers operated and just what they faced when events were crucial. This book is the life story of Sy Liebergot, former NASA Flight Controller, with emphasis on his years working in Mission Control. Following the disastrous tank explosion during the Apollo 13 mission, it was the Flight Controllers that made possible the safe return of the three endangered astronauts. Aboard Apollo 13, Lovell, Haise and Swigert performed wonders battling for their lives, but without the expertise, quick thinking and technical support of Mission Control, they never could have come home. Sy Liebergot was there and relates the details as they really happened. And Apollo 13 is just one of the many exciting stories he tells us. Truly an insider's view, this book discusses not just the events, but also the people that decided and enacted those events. These are the details that were never shown on anyone's TV screen; finally we get to learn what type of people the NASA Mission Controllers really were, and how they handled the demanding tasks that were theirs alone.
Our copies are authentically HAND SIGNED by Sy Liebergot who also adds "Apollo EECOM & Skylab EGIL". Please note that that Farthest Reaches is virtually the last remaining source for the highly sought after 1st edition hard cover of this title. This book long out of print, is generally available only in paperback form or at a premium when found in hard cover through used book dealers. This book also comes with the CDROM "Apollo EECOM, Movies and Images" as originally issued.
As a special way of thanking our customers, each of our copies of "Apollo EECOM" comes with a rarely seen 5x7 autographed photo of Sy at his EECOM Console during the Apollo 13 crisis. Taken from official NASA footage, this is the only image of Sy at work during the time of the CSM explosion available anywhere. To make this even more special, Sy authentically hand signs and inscribes your photo with the date of explosion and adds, "Apollo 13 EECOM" This offer is only extended to those purchasing their copies of "Apollo EECOM" though Farthest Reaches.
#Books: "Apollo EECOM"
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"Sigma 7 - The Mission Reports"
(Apogee
Books, 2003, 216 pages, PB) First Edition w/ CD ROM - Authentically hand signed by Astronaut Wally Schirra. Very difficult to find copies of this book signed.
#Books: Apogee Sigma 7
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"Project Mercury" by James Haggerty (Scholastic Book Services, NY, 1961, 63 pages soft cover)
The story of Project Mercury told in text, photos and illustrations. This was geared toward school age children and this copy is vintage (NOT a modern day reproduction) from 1961 and in unread condition. Best of all it is hand signed on the contents page by Scott Carpenter who adds his Aurora 7 designation. Very nice!!
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"American Astrophilately: The First 50 Years" by David S. Ball (A & A Publishers, charleston, SC, 2010, 1st edition, 343 pages)
Not signed but a most worthy addition to this page. This uniquely American story of the conquest of space is traced by stamp collectors who enjoy aerospace history. By exhibiting envelopes that are postmarked near launch pads, mission control centers, and on recovery ships Astrophilatelists tell an amazing tale of new sailing ships on a vast new ocean. American Astrophilately assists beginner and advanced collectors in identifying envelopes which meet the International Philatelic Federation (FIP) guidelines for exhibition at stamp shows. More than a dozen experts have contributed articles to explain NASA official marks, tracking ships, prime recovery ships, and why some postmarks are preferred over others. Part two shows hundreds of envelopes in full color appropriate for exhibition and the artist responsible for the cachets. Part three shows the most important part - the postmark. Machine and hand cancels from launch, mid-mission and recovery are shown from the Explorer 1 launch in 1958 through the X-Prize civilian spaceflight in 2004. The appendices contain more than 700 pages of useful reference spreadsheets, lists, and charts. Sample award winning exhibits are included as well as guidelines and regulations from the FIP and US Postal Service. A landmark volume useful to all space event cover collectors and budding astrophilatelists. Comes with a DVD loaded with information on this subject.
#Books: American Astrophilately
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"Man's Greatest Adventure" by Lawrence J. Allen (BRM Salen, WA, 1974, 1st Ed, 1st Printing, HC, 128 pgs.)
This beautifully produced oversized coffee table book details in text and beautifully reproduced photos, the history of the Apollo Program.
This copy is part of a limited edition hand signed on the title page by Alan Shepard. Comes with a COA from that signing laid into the book. Very nice and quite tough to find with Shepard's signature. In unread condition, "As New" save for small tear at top of dust jacket on spine edge.
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"Reaching for the Moon" by Buzz Aldrin (Collins, NY, 2005, 1st Ed, 1st Printing, HC)
I
walked on the moon. This is my journey. But
it didn't begin when I stepped on board
Apollo 11 on July 1, 1969. It began the day
I was born.
This copy is beautifully hand signed by Buzz Aldrin.& Illustrator Wendell Minor. "As New" condition.
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"Look To The Stars" by Buzz Aldrin (Putnam, NY, 2009, 1st Ed, 1st Printing, 40 pgs, HC)
Aldrin takes his readers on a journey through the history of space exploration. He introduces readers to the pioneers of space from Copernicus to the Wright brothers, from Apollo and into the future of space travel.. Kid friendly text is paired with berautifully detailed illustrations by illustrator Wendell Minor. A well produced book geared toward children.
This copy is hand signed by Buzz Aldrin. "As New" condition.
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"No Dream Is Too High: Life Lessons by Buzz Aldrin w/ Ken Abraham (National Geo., Washington, DC, 2013, 1st Ed, 222 pgs, HC)
Aldrin's iinsprational and sometimes lighthearted book shares many of the life's lessons learned from his own experience with many stories centering around but not limited to his historic Apollo 11 flight. A great read. Hand signed on the title page as shown in the image here. In "As New" condition".
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"Mission To Mars: My Vision for Space Exploration" by Buzz Aldrin (National Geo., Washington, DC, 2013, 1st Ed, 258 pgs, HC)
Aldrin's vision for thefuture of space travel and destination Mars. Hand signed on the title page as shown in the image here. Obtained at a signing at the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum on June 1, 2013. Comes with a photo record of it being signed at that event. In "As New" condition.
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"Apollo - An Eyewitness Account" by Alan Bean (Greenwich Workship Press, 1998, 1st Ed, 1st Printing, 176 pgs, HC)
CREW SIGNED !! Alan Bean's legacy. An amazing coffee table book hand signed on the title page by the entire flight crew as you can see in the scan. No one was more equipped to paint these scenes than Astronaut Al Bean. A must have for every space collection.
Unread copy in "As New" condition.
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"For Spacious Skies" by Scott Carpenter & Kris Stover
(Harcourt, NY, 2002, 1st Ed,
HC, 370 pages)
As it's cover suggests, this is the story of the uncommon journey of a Mercury Astronaut. Hand signed by Scott Carpenter. In "As New" condition.
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"Columbia: Final Voyage" by Phillip Chien (Praxiz, NY, 2006, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 454 pages)
In ‘Columbia: Final Voyage’ aerospace writer Philip Chien, who has over 20 years’ experience covering the US space program, provides a unique insight into the crew members who lost their lives in the Columbia disaster. Chien interviewed all seven crew members several times and got to know them as individuals. He reviews in detail their training, their scientific work and other activities during their successful 16-day flight, the background of the accident itself and a detailed first-hand account of what happened that fateful day in February 2003. The author provides a comprehensive and personal look at both the Columbia astronauts and the STS-107 mission, together with a behind-the-scenes account of other people involved in the mission and their personal reactions to the accident. Beautifully hand signed by author Philip Chien. In "as new" condition.
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"The Last Man On The Moon" by Eugene Cernan & Don Davis (St. Martins Press, NY, 1999,1st Ed, 4th Printing, HC,356 p)
This now classic autobiographical book tells the story of Astronaut Eugene Cernan aka, "The Last Man On The Moon". This copy is authentically hand signed on the title page and is "As new/unread" condition. #Books: Last Man $155 ALSO: 1st.Ed, 1stPrinting #Books-Last Man 1/1 $225 |
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"The Coming of the Space Age" Edited by Arthur C. Clarke (Meredith Press, NY, 1967, 1st Ed, HC, 301 pgs)
This highly acclaimed book edited by Arthur C. Clarke is in Fine condition with a VG DJ. Hand signed by Clarke without a personalizatio. This is a first edition and should be a part of any serious space history collection. .
#Books: Coming of the Space Age
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"Leap of Faith" by Gordon Cooper with Bruce Henderson (Harper Collins, NY, 2000, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 279 p.)
Gordon Cooper was one of the original Mercury Seven astronauts, a select group of the nation's top military test pilots who braved the frontiers of space in the days when strapping yourself to a rocket meant you would be either a hundred miles up or six feet under. Today he is undeniably a part of our nation's history as one of the four surviving Mercury Seven space pioneers. In Leap of Faith, Cooper not only reveals compellingly what went on behind the scenes of the early U.S. space program, but he also takes dead aim at the next millennium of space travel with his strong views on the existence of extraterrestrial intelligence--and even the distinct possibility that we have already had contact.
Beautifully hand signed by Gordon Cooper and in "as new" condition.
#Books: Leap of Faith $160
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"The All American Boys" by Walter Cunningham (Macmillan, NY, 1977, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 321 p)
This book is considered a classic. It takes a no holds barred look at the space program by it's Astronaut Author, Walt Cunningham. This the highly sought after 1st Ed/1st printing. Condition is exellent. Straight and tight binding , gently if every read. The dust jacket does have a few dings and closed tears but is otherwise in near fine conditon. It is hand signed as you can see in the scan by Walt Cunningham who adds "Apollo 7 ". .
#Books: All Amercian Boys
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"John Glenn: A Memoir" by John Glenn with Nick Taylor (Bantam Books, NY, 1999, 1st Ed, 4th printing, HC,422 p.)
The story of the first American to orbit the earth. Beautifully hand signed by John Glenn. As New Condition
#Books: John Glenn Memoir $155
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"John Glenn: A Memoir" by John Glenn with Nick Taylor (Bantam Books, NY, 1999, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC,422 p.)
The story of the first American to orbit the earth. Beautifully hand signed by John Glenn "To Ed". As New Condition
#Books: John Glenn Memoir - B $125
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"Never Panic Early" by Fred Haise w/Bill Moore (Smithsonian Books, NY, 1989, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 202 pgs)
Hand signed by Fred Haise in the book itself, NOT on a bookplate. This makes it quite rare indeed as his autograph IN the book is very difficult to find. .
This copy is unread and in pristine conditoni. Ony a small number of copies are available. .
#Books: Never Panic Early
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"To Rule The Night" by James Irwin w/ William Emerson Jr (Broadman, 1982, 1st Ed., HC, 261 pgs + photos)
This story of Irwin's trip to the moon and the journey of faith that followed is told in this later reprinting from Broadman Press. It is boldly hand signed buy not personalized by James Irwin who adds "His Love, Apollo 15" with drawn crescent moon. T .
#Books: Rule The Night HC
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"To Rule The Night" by James Irwin w/ William Emerson Jr (Broadman, 1982, 1st Ed., HC, 261 pgs + photos)
From the Frank Brandstetter Collection
This story of Irwin's trip to the moon and the journey of faith that followed is told in this book which is exceptionally special .It is personally inscribed by Irwin Frank "Brandy" Brandstetter" and Bobby with a wonderful inscription as seen in the image here.
Brandstetter was according to James Lovell who provided the forward for Brandstetter's biography calls him the hero to the many Astronauts who knew him quite well. He hosted many them at his word class resort Las Brisas in Acapulco throughout the early days of the manned space program.
Brandstetter was a penniless immigrant on the streets of New York and begain a life long career wirking his way up through the ranks is the hotel business, volunteering for the US Army, serving as a paratrooper during D-Day and later assigned to Army Intelligence where he distinguished himself over and over. For more information I suggest you Google him.
This title is exceptionally desirable given it was dedicated to "Brandy" It is also embossed with his initials as he did with all of the books in his personal library. I had a chance to get to know him and handled some of his artifacts some of which are still available for anyone interested. .
#Books: Rule The Night Brandy
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"Endurance: A Year In Space. A Lifetime Of Discovery" By Scott Kelly (Knopf, NY, 1st edition, 2017, HC, 387 pages)
The story of Scott Kelly and his record breaking year in space onboard the International Space Station. Hand signed on the free endpaper. Also includes a photo of him signig as well as the event announcement which took place at Sams Club on November 11, 2017. Unread Copy (As New).
#Books: Kelly Endurance
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"Failure is Not An Option" by Eugene Kranz (Simon & Shuster, NY, 2000, 1st Ed, 20th printing, HC, 415pgs)
This highly acclaimed book that details the career of Mission Control icon, Eugene Kranz has been hand signed by Kranz.. This book is an "As New" unread copy that has been signed exclusively for Farthest Reaches by Eugene Kranz
NOTE: I have a few first edition..first printing copies of this book. Priced at $235 given their rarity. .
#Books: Failure
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by Eugene Kranz (Gatekeeper Press, Tampa, Fl, 2023, 1st Ed, HC, 402 pgs)
This is Gene's second book and it's a VERY interesting read. He treads new territory speaks to how he turned the leadership and chemistry between his wet behind the ears team into the cohisive unit that led us to putting our first man on the moon and beyond. This a fresh look at an aspect of the manned space program that has not been told before. Highly recommended. This book is exceedingly hard to find hand signed and these have been signed specifically for Farthest Reaches LLC. Gene adds "Flight" under his name. Only a limited number are available. .
#Books: Tough & Competent
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"NASA 40th Anniversary Limited Edition- "Metal" (NASA, 1998, Limited Edition #0689/1500, 82 pages)
This metal covered spiral bound book was distributed at the NASA 40th Anniversary Appreciation Dinner in Houston, Texas held at the Johnson Space Center on November 4th, 1998. Walter Cronkite was the MC at this event. This is #689 of a limited edition of #1500. It is beautifully produced with each left page representing a photo highlight in the timeline of NASA's many accomplishments. Each right facing page tells the story behind the photo. The pages are printed on heavy (glossy) card stock. This very special book is seldom seen and would be a great edition to your collection as is, or could be easily used for autographs. Though this book isn't signed it was simply too special to not list here. Only ONE available.
#Books: NASA 40th Anniversary "Metal"
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"Lost Moon: The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13" byJames Lovell & Jeffrey Kluger (Houghton Mifflin, NY, 1994, 1st Ed, 378 pgs, HC)
The story of Apollo 13 as told by the man who lived it. In "As New" condition (unread). Authentically hand signed by James Lovell on the title page.
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by Murray & Cox (Simon & Shuster, NY, 1989, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 505 pgs)
Hand signed by Max Faget and CC Johnson !! This well known title speaks for itself but this one is exceptionally special becuase it's hand signed by two elusive and VERY historically significant signers. Max Faget hand signs and adds a wonderful inscription. He writes "Paula, this a book about the "good old days" in the space business" Max Faget.
In addition, it is also hand signed by C. C. Johnson who was the second part of the creative paring with Mercury and Apollo spacecraft designer Max Faget. A rare signature to say the least. This is a one of a kind copy.
Book is n fine condition with DJ in VG+ conditionand price clipped but the value here is not the book so much as it is the signers who make this book exceptionally rare in this state. .
#Books: Apollo Race To The Moon
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"Lost Spacecraft: Search for Liberty Bell 7" by Curt Newport (St. Martins, NY, 2004, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 416 pgs.)
Describes the exploration of two unique and dangerous environments - space and underwater - and how the paths of two men, one living and one dead, crossed in the recovery of the Liberty Bell 7 spacecraft. "Lost Spacecraft" focuses on two periods, one beginning in 1959, the other in 1985, interweaving the stories of Project Mercury, Gus Grissom and his ill-fated Mercury flight, on-going developments in deep ocean exploration, and Curt Newport's 14-year obsession to raise the sunken space-age Titanic from the depths of the Atlantic Ocean. Beautifully hand signed by author Curt Newport.
#Books: Lost Spacecraft
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"The Third Planet" by Sally Ride & Tam O'Shaughnessy (Random House Children's Books,1994, HC, 48 pgs)
Beautiful childrens book. Profusely illustrated. Would make a great gift or addition to your space related book collection. This "as new" copy is hand signed in black sharpie by Sally Ride.
#Books: Third Planet/Ride
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"Spacewalker: My Journey In Space And Faith As NASA's Record Setting Frequent Flyer" " byJerry Ross w/ John Norberg (Purdue, Indiana, 2013, 1st Ed, 276 pgs, HC)
The story of Jerry Ross, a SEVEN spaceflight record setting astronaut. In "As New" condition (unread). Authentically hand signed by Jerry Ross on August 6th, 2017 at the Novato Space Festival..
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"Two Sides of the Moon" by Dave Scott & Alexei Leonov (St. Martins, NY, 2004, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 416 pgs.)
In this dual autobiography, Apollo 15 Commander Dave Scott and Cosmonaut Alexei Leonov, the first man to ever walk in space, recount their exceptional lives and careers spent on the cutting edge of science and space exploration--and their participation in the greatest technological race ever--to land a man on the Moon. This copy is neatly hand signed by Dave Scott on the title page.
#Books: Two Sides (St. Mart)
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"Two Sides of the Moon" by Dave Scott & Alexei Leonov (Simon & Schuster, UK, 2004, 1st Ed, 2nd printing, HC, 416 pgs.)
In this dual autobiography, Apollo 15 Commander Dave Scott and Cosmonaut Alexei Leonov, the first man to ever walk in space, recount their exceptional lives and careers spent on the cutting edge of science and space exploration--and their participation in the greatest technological race ever--to land a man on the Moon. This copy is neatly hand signed by Dave Scott on the title page.
#Books: Two Sides (S&S)
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"Schirra's Space" by Wally Schirra with Richard Billings (Naval Institue Press, boston, 1988, Softcover, First Edition, 1st printing, 227 pages)
This is the softcover version of the autobiography of Astronaut Walter M. Schirra and is flat signed Wally Schirra in black sharpie. This is an unread, “As New” copy of this title. Non inscribed copies of this title are getting difficult and more expensive to come by.
#Books: Schirra's Space
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"Moon Shot" by Alan Shepard & Deke Slayton (Turner, Atlanta, 1994, HC, First Edition, 4th printing, 383 pages)
Of the Mercury 7 Astronauts, the first into space was Alan Shepard and the last was Deke Slayton, whose irregular heartbeat kept him grounded until 1975. They spent the 1960s at the forefront of NASA’s effort to conquer space, and Moon Shot is their inside account of what many call the twentieth century’s greatest feat—landing humans on another world. Collaborating with NBC’s veteran space reporter Jay Barbree, Shepard and Slayton narrate in gripping detail the story of America’s space exploration from the time of Shepard’s first flight until he and eleven others had walked on the moon.
Alan Shepard hand signs this copy with his full first and last name. His signature as the signing tour progressed was later shortened to A. Shepard and not nearly as neatly written as this one. This copy is unread and in Fine/Fine conditon.
#Books: Moon Shot $195 or $215 (1st Ed, 1st Printing...ask for scan)
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"We have Capture" by Tom Stafford with Michael Cassutt (Smithsonian, Washington, 2002, 1st/1st, HC, 288 pgs.)
Co-Signed by Alexei Leonov
This is Tom Stafford's story as told with Michael Cassutt. Tom was the American CDR for the ASTP crew which was the joint Russian/American mission. This unread copy hand signed by Tom Stafford and Alexei Leonov ! ThIs in “As New” condition. Out of print and tough to find in a first edition/first printing and even harder with Alexei Leonov's signature added.
#Books: We Have Capture
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"Orbit Of Discovery: The All - Ohio by Don Thomas with Mike (Ringtaw Books, Oh, 2014, 1st Ed, 1st printing, HC, 406 pgs)
The story of STS-70, the ALL - Ohio crew! This book is a "As New" unread copy that has been signed exclusively by Don Thomas who also adds "STS-65, 70, 83, 94." .
#Books: Thomas Orbit of Discovery
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(CG Publishing, 2001, 1st/1st, HC, 256 pgs)
Includes a bonus CDROM with a guided tour of the launch pads at historic Cape Canaveral hosted by the Pad Leader himself! Guenter Wendt's autobiography, The Unbroken Chain, is a ground shaking, fumes in your nostrils documentary of the glory days of manned spaceflight. The one man who worked side by side with every astronaut that left the Cape bound for space. Because of his unique perspective from the launch pad, his story is filled with important accounts and rich anecdotes, many of which have never been published before this book..
#Books: The Unbroken Chain $260
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"Apollo 13 - 30th Anniversary Edition by Jim Lovell & Jeffrey Kluger Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2000, HC, 378 pgs
This book is a later edition on the 30th Anniversary of the flight of Apollo 13. It was origionally published under the name of "Lost Moon". This edition has been updated for the anniversary and is hand signed by James Lovell. No space memoribilia collection should be without this title on the bookshelf.
#Books: Apollo 13 - 30 th Anniversary Edition $SOLD
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