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A Man on the Moon: The Voyages of the Apollo Astronauts

By: Andrew Chaikin
Narrated by: Bronson Pinchot
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Audie Award, History/Biography, 2016

This acclaimed portrait of heroism and ingenuity captures a watershed moment in human history. The astronauts themselves have called it the definitive account of their missions. On the night of July 20, 1969, our world changed forever when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon. Based on in-depth interviews with 23 of the 24 moon voyagers, as well as those who struggled to get the program moving, A Man on the Moon conveys every aspect of the Apollo missions with breathtaking immediacy and stunning detail.

©2007 Andrew Chaikin (P)2015 Audiobooks.com Aeronautics & Astronautics Americas Astronomy Astronomy & Space Science History History & Culture History & Philosophy Physics Science United States Funny Inspiring Witty Space Program
Comprehensive Historical Account • Fascinating Personal Stories • Excellent Narration • Captivating Space Adventure
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This is a must for anyone even somewhat intersted in histiry, space, Apollo or dreams of a return to manned spaceflight out of LEO.

Get it. You will not regret it!

Simply Outstanding and worth every penny!

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Loved this book when I read it years ago. Thought I would "read" it again via Audible. I must say Andrew Chaikin has become the go-to authority on all historical Apollo facts and details. I'm so thankful he dedicated himself to that as this book is a great account of the missions.

My only disappointment with the audio book was the reading performance. As if the facts themselves weren't enough to spark awe in the listener, Bronson Pinchot felt he had to impose his own sense of what was important via many mis-placed inflections, and in doing so, did this great work a disservice; e.g. ".. travelling at twenty five .. THOUSAND miles per hour .. ". Additionally his over use of the label "L M" when referring to the lunar module, was cringe worthy. By stating both letters separately each time (instead of using the more appropriate pronunciation "LeM" as is the common vernacular used by NASA), it revealed a lack of knowledge and preparation that became a genuine distraction.

Great record of the Apollo missions

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The first half of the book keeps you wanting more every time you pause it. The Apollo 13 accident is the climax of the story. Unfortunately, after that, it seems to turn into a fairly in depth geology lesson. I guess I'm just not that into rocks. Great narration throughout.

A great takeoff followed up by a flameout

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This is a story that should be well known by people the world over. Andrew Chaikin spent 8 years writing this book -- investing so much time and effort in his research as well as his writing -- and the result is an informative and interesting account of the Apollo program and its ultimate achievements.

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While I enjoyed Bronson Pinchot's narration for the most part, his consistent and exaggerated emphasis -- particularly for times, quantities, distances, and weights -- became distracting. A book of this nature is chock full of that type of description, so it happened frequently. I found myself wishing he would just say it normally at least once in a while!

Everyone Should Read This

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This book is an absolutely credible journey from Apollo 1 through Apollo 17. The book is written in a near fiction in like manner, that makes you want to keep listening even after you turn car off.

Incredible stories of the Apollo missions

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Well balanced between all Appllo missions with great history neatly sneaked in. Very good read!

One of many Moon-Shot stories,but a rewarding one!

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First let me tell you I am a space fanatic. My mother was a friend of Neil Armstrong and I have an autographed picture of him. I watched the Gemini and Apollo missions on TV when I was a young kid and it made me late for school more times than I can tell.

This book is not just a recitation of the facts which I’ve read before but is a true story that I could hardly put down.

If you’re even remotely interested in space or even if you just like a good story you have to buy this book! I mean you have to!

One of the most amazing stories I’ve ever heard

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I really enjoyed the descriptions of the Apollo missions! I learned a few new things, and I'm left wondering, again, why we haven't continued with plans to keep exploring and working in space.

From dream to dream.

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An absolute must for any one wondering why we went and if it was worth the effort, time, or money.

must read

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Second time through. Great reading of a wonderfully well done piece of research that brings the incomprehensible effort of the Apollo program to life.

Absolutely amazing story and research

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