Presents information on Venus, including its volcanoes, arachnoids, and pancake domes, as studied by U.S. and Soviet spacecraft, including a presentation of "Venus Quick Facts"
Describes space stations and explains how astronauts live and work in them. Provides examples of Skylab and Mir, and explains the plans for the International Space Station.
A brief history of NASA's development, from its early stages of research, through the space shuttle programs, to conjectures about future projects in space research and travel.