Men Into Space Contributor(s): Fredriksen, John C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1629330175 ISBN-13: 9781629330174 Publisher: BearManor Media OUR PRICE: $30.35 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
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BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Television - Guides & Reviews - Performing Arts | Television - Reference |
Physical Information: 0.75" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" (1.34 lbs) 328 pages |
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Publisher Description: MORE SCIENCE THAN FICTION In 38 black-and-white episodes, McCauley endures lunar crashes, renegade satellites, runaway space stations, meteor strikes, and colliding tankers, in addition to memorable encounters with feuding scientists, balky subordinates, hostile cosmonauts, and space babes. All told, Men Into Space is a classic slice of 1950s Americana and exuberantly reflects the national obsession with astronautics of its day. It is a must for devotees of the heroic age of spaceflight and early science fiction television. This ground-breaking booklet examines the historical context of the series and its rise and fall, along with biographies of all major personalities involved with its production. Includes two appendices and footnotes; profusely illustrated. About the Author John C. Fredriksen received his doctorate in history from Providence College. He is the author of 30 reference books on various topics. |