In the Shadow of the Moon: America, Russia, and the Hidden History of the Space Race
Published: 2021
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"In the Shadow of the Moon" by Amy Cherrix explores the intense rivalry between America and Russia during the Space Race, a competition marked by technological innovation, political tension, and human ambition. The book delves into lesser-known stories and key figures behind the race to the moon, revealing how both nations approached space exploration. Through meticulously researched accounts, Cherrix highlights the cultural impact of the space race and the sacrifices made by astronauts and scientists alike. The narrative uncovers a complex tapestry of struggles, triumphs, and the quest for dominance beyond our planet, illustrating how the race shaped modern history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .
Amy Cherrix has been through six hurricanes, two floods, a desert sandstorm, and more blizzards than she cares to count. Amy holds a master's degree in children's literature from Simmons College and works as a children's book buyer at a fiercely independent bookstore. www. amycherrix. com.