The Race to Space Exploration – From Sputnik to Moon Landing

audiobook (Unabridged) How the U.S. and Soviet Union Competed to Conquer Space

By Augustus Ruiz

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The Space Race defined an era—one of innovation, rivalry, and exploration. The Cold War superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union, competed to achieve what no one had done before: reach beyond Earth's atmosphere and into the vast unknown of space.

This audiobook takes you deep into the history of space exploration, uncovering the missions, risks, and scientific breakthroughs that shaped the modern world. Discover:

✅ How Sputnik 1's launch changed global politics overnight

✅ The challenges of the first human spaceflights from Gagarin to Apollo

✅ The hidden dangers and failures that nearly ended space exploration

✅ How the Apollo 11 Moon landing became a defining moment for humanity

The Race to Space Exploration – From Sputnik to Moon Landing is a must-listen for history lovers, space enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the greatest adventure ever undertaken by humankind.

The Race to Space Exploration – From Sputnik to Moon Landing