Explore the cosmos like never before with 'Beyond Our Future in Space.' This captivating book, authored by Chris Impey and published by W W Norton & Company, delves into the groundbreaking advancements in space exploration that are shaping the future of humanity. With an ISBN of 9780393352153 and spanning 336 pages, this brand new hardcover edition offers an insightful look into the world of private space companies that are revolutionizing our approach to the universe.

In this compelling narrative, discover how entrepreneurial ventures are set to launch revolutionary space hotels and experiment with life-suspending technologies that could redefine ultra-long-distance travel. Impey reports on China's ambitious initiative to establish its own space station by 2020 and presents the feasibility of human life on Mars. Moreover, he unveils compact innovations such as space elevators, which could drastically reduce the costs of reaching orbit compared to traditional rocket launches.

With its accessible prose and thought-provoking insights, this book emphasizes the unyielding human spirit of exploration that runs through our history. From mapping billions of Earth-like exoplanets to understanding our profound connection to the cosmos, 'Beyond Our Future in Space' is more than just a book—it's an invitation to dream and explore the universe.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393352153
Year: 2016
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 336


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With plans to launch hotels into orbit and experiments in suspending and reanimating life for ultra-long-distance travel, private companies and entrepreneurs have outpaced NASA as the leaders in the new space race. With accessible prose and relentless curiosity, Chris Impey reports on China's plan to launch its own space station by 2020, proves that humans could survive on Mars and unveils cutting-edge innovations such as the space elevators poised to replace rockets at a fraction of the cost. Setting mankind's urge towards exploration in the context of all human history and space travel thus far, he shows that the present-day scientists mapping billions of Earth-like exo-planets are the descendants of the first humans to venture out of Africa. We must forge ahead, argues Beyond, because exploration is in our DNA.