Description
1965 printing. Hardcover has significant wear, discoloration, scuffs and marks throughout. No dust jacket. Spine has tears on the top and bottom and significant discoloration from sun bleaching. Pages are clean and largely unmarked aside from some small marks on some pages. Binding is secure. Readable copy.
This well-loved copy of “Moonbeam at the Rocket Port” by Selma and Jack Wassermann transports readers to the golden age of science fiction and the space race. Published in 1965, at the height of the Cold War space rivalry between the United States and Soviet Union, this book captures the excitement and wonder of space exploration through the eyes of children. The Wassermanns, a husband-and-wife writing duo, crafted a delightful tale that blends adventure, science, and imagination, inspiring young minds to dream of cosmic voyages. Despite its worn exterior, this vintage gem offers a glimpse into a pivotal era when the boundaries of human knowledge were being pushed further than ever before. Its timeless story and nostalgic charm make it a treasured addition to any collection of classic science fiction or space-themed literature.