The Challenger Launch Decision: Risky Technology, Culture, and Deviance at NASA

This hardcover edition of The Challenger Launch Decision shows signs of wear, particularly on the dust jacket, which has edge creasing. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. Overall, it is in fair condition, suitable for reading and research purposes.

The Challenger Launch Decision: Risky Technology, Culture, and Deviance at NASA by Diane Vaughan is a critical exploration of the factors leading to the Challenger Space Shuttle disaster. Published by The University of Chicago Press in 1996, this hardcover edition delves into the organizational culture and decision-making processes at NASA. Vaughan, a respected sociologist, provides a detailed analysis of the interplay between technology, culture, and risk. This edition, printed in Chicago and London, offers a comprehensive look at aerospace industry challenges and is a valuable resource for those interested in organizational behavior and aerospace case studies. The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the dust jacket, but remains a significant work for understanding the complexities of high-risk technologies.