Smithsonian Atlas of Space Exploration

Discover the entire story of humankind's efforts in space exploration, from the earliest theories of the universe to the captivating successes and advances - as well as the setbacks - of the past fifty years. Filled with hundreds of satellite images, photographs from NASA, charts, newly commissioned maps, the Smithsonian Atlas of Space Exploration illuminates in stunning colour our exploration into space - the final frontier. Published in collaboration with the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum - the world's leading authority on aviation and space, this is the ultimate illustrated account of the past, present, and future of space exploration.