63 pages 2 hours read

Adam Higginbotham

Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2024

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Adam Higginbotham's Challenger has been applauded for its thorough research and engaging storytelling, providing an in-depth look at the Challenger disaster. Critics commend Higginbotham for humanizing the event and its impact. However, some reviewers note that the detailed scientific explanations can occasionally be overwhelming for general readers. Overall, it is deemed a gripping and enlightening read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Challenger?

Readers captivated by the intricacies of space exploration, disaster narratives, and history will appreciate Adam Higginbotham's Challenger. Similar audiences enjoyed The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe and Rocket Men by Robert Kurson, favoring detailed accounts and human stories behind technological triumphs and tragedies.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: World
Science / Nature
Themes
Natural World: Space & The Universe
Society: Nation
Society: Politics & Government