Soviet Spacecraft
mar 2025 · Publifye AS
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Soviet Spacecraft explores how the USSR, despite its wartime devastation, achieved remarkable feats in space, often ahead of the United States. The book examines the rapid technological advancements, intense political motivations during the Cold War, and the specific designs of spacecraft like Sputnik, Vostok, and Soyuz. It reveals that the Soviet success wasn't solely due to technology but also a unique system of resource allocation and national ambition, challenging the common narrative of technological determinism.
The book progresses systematically, beginning with the Cold War context and initial Soviet interest in rocketry. It highlights key figures like Sergei Korolev and then delves into specific spacecraft, detailing their design, missions, and impact, including less publicized projects such as the Buran space shuttle. By analyzing declassified documents, mission transcripts, and insights from former Soviet engineers, Soviet Spacecraft offers a nuanced view of the Soviet space program, acknowledging both its triumphs and failures. It connects military history, the history of science, and political science to offer a comprehensive understanding.
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