American Moonshot Young Readers' Edition

In this young readers’ edition, New York Times bestselling author Douglas Brinkley recounts America’s historic race to the moon, culminating in the monumental Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969, when astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong became the first humans to land on the lunar surface. Exploring the heroism, bravery, and patriotism that fueled this extraordinary achievement, Brinkley provides an engaging and factual backstory to one of the most significant events of the 20th century, appealing to young space enthusiasts eager to understand the stakes and challenges of this pivotal moment in history.