Interplanetary Flight: An Introduction to Astronautics

Presumed First Edition. Book is in Very Good condition, dust jacket is in Good condition, with minor loss to the head of the jacket spine. Otherwise clean, tightly bound, and unmarked. Clarke's "Interplanetary Flight: An Introduction to Astronautics," the author's first book, is a foundational non-fiction work that provides a highly accessible yet technically grounded overview of the principles and challenges of space travel. Written before the dawn of the space age, the book showcases Clarke's remarkable foresight and understanding of astronautics. Laying out the theoretical groundwork for space travel and inspiring generations with the vision of humanity's future among the stars, the volume cemented Clarke's reputation as a prescient voice in both science fiction and non-fiction related to space. Octavo, 164 pp., index. Mylar protected.