Bound for the Stars (A Spectrum Book)

"The future of the American people lies in space. In order to use and explore space, we must vastly expand our scientific and technological capabilities. Future benefits, such as inexhaustible fusion power, energy independence and the end of air and water pollution could revolutionize American society."

So say the authors of this startling and revolutionary book. Inside you'll find an amazing proposal to transform the frigid, almost airless planet Mars into a life-sustaining Earth-type planet. You'll discover that a handful of engineers and scientists have already begun work on designing starships.

And you'll see how the solution to the problems of weightlessness and living in space for years at a time are within the grasp of research in space medicine and the development of permanent, self-sustaining life support systems and fission and fusion powered engines.

"We have reviewed the status and potential of the space enterprise," say the authors. "The exploration and colonization of the solar system will be highly rewarding, and the possibility of interstellar exploration looks promising. The future of the space enterprise, however, depends as much upon popular support as upon the achievements of the scientists, engineers, and technicians."

Now you can participate in exploring the limitless possibilities of space!