Americans into Orbit: The Story of Project Mercury

This ex-library hardcover edition shows moderate wear, with visible library stamps and a "DISCARD" mark. The spine and cover exhibit signs of aging, including a worn spine label. The book lacks a dust jacket and has some inscriptions. Despite these flaws, the binding remains intact, and the pages are clean and legible.

"Americans into Orbit: The Story of Project Mercury" by Gene Gurney, published by Random House in 1965, offers an illustrated account of NASA's pioneering Project Mercury. This hardcover edition, published in New York, captures the historical context and technological achievements of America's early space exploration efforts. The book includes photographs credited to various sources, including NASA, providing a visual complement to the narrative. While the copyright page mentions previous years, this specific printing is from 1965. This copy was part of the Grand Saline Elementary School Library, as indicated by library stamps and markings. It lacks a dust jacket, and the spine shows signs of wear. Gene Gurney's work is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of space exploration, particularly the Space Race era. This edition is a significant piece for collectors of space history and educational materials.