Liftoff

In this gripping account, Eric Berger chronicles the pivotal early years of SpaceX and Elon Musk, focusing on the first four flights that transitioned the company from a struggling startup to a leading rocket manufacturer. Starting with its initial launch in 2006, which ended in failure, each subsequent attempt raised the stakes until a final, high-pressure launch in 2008 ultimately succeeded in achieving orbit. Through exclusive interviews and insider access, Berger reveals the determination and innovation that fueled SpaceX's remarkable ascent, setting the stage for its groundbreaking achievements over the next decade.