American Moonshot

In American Moonshot, award-winning historian Douglas Brinkley reexamines the exhilarating journey of America's moon landing amidst the Cold War's geopolitical tensions. He delves into President John F. Kennedy’s bold vision and the collaborative efforts behind NASA's Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs. Drawing from new primary sources and interviews with key figures, Brinkley paints a vivid portrait of the innovators who turned an audacious dream into reality, capturing the era's spirit of scientific ingenuity and human curiosity. This compelling narrative celebrates one of history's most ambitious achievements.