Great story, very detailed.

I really enjoyed the first 3/4 of the book. The later missions (Apollo 15-17) weren't so much to my taste with a heavy emphasis on geology. I also wish there had been a few more lighter moments and humor. But all around a great story and performance.

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Magnificent

A breathtaking and inspiring account of the Apollo program from before the fire till the later careers of each of the astronauts who flew on it.

A fantastic book. 10/10. Will listen again. Great performance by narrator also.

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Magnificent!

Probably man’s greatest accomplishment. Such a compelling and wonderful story. So sad mankind has virtually forgotten the important work done during this time. They envisioned putting a man on Mars by the early 80’s and would’ve done it. Now in 2019 and we’re not even close to that, history will judge us poorly for this.

This is a magnificent read/ listen.

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Spectacular

This audio book is everything I hoped it would be. As an historical reference about the Apollo program, it is second to none. As a tribute to the people who made it happen, and the world of that time, it is unsurpassed in my opinion. Highly Recommended

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fantastic narrator

The book is written in an emotive way that is perfectly captured by the emotive narration. The book is exciting in the first half where it recounts the end of Gemini and up to Apollo 13. Then the last bit is interesting when it recounts the scientific and geological explorations of the later Apollo missions.

The narrator even manages to make geology kind of exciting.

If you've ever been interested in the Apollo program you can't go past this book.

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The definitive work

If you are looking for a book about the Apollo program, this is that book. Simply brilliant.

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For Apollo enthusiasts

If you are fascinated by the Apollo program then this exhaustive retelling will allow you to immerse yourself in the entire era.

I loved the quote that the moon landings were from the past but somehow, simultaneously, manage to be part of a science fiction future as well.

Great read.

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Stunning, magnificent book!

Possibly the most riveting, moving book l have ever read. The author brings the passion of the apollo missions to life with magnificent detailed storytelling of the highest order.

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fantastic book

A detailed, accessible, fascinating narrative that unlocks the Apollo missions for everyone. Fantastic book and highly recommended for all.

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A masterpiece of non fiction and a great insight

If I had to choose one book that my descendants had to read I'd choose this one. Andrew Chaikin truly allows the listener/reader to get to know the astronauts, the time and the world that the astronauts and NASA lived in. The narrator perfectly portrays the emotions of the author and the astronauts while also putting in a great performance including his portrayal of a southern accent.

I cannot recommend this book enough, if you love spaceflight with me then this is the pinnacle, if you love non fiction or history then this is still a must. And if you have a hope for the future of humanity and spaceflight then this book will give you an insight into the human ingenuity that goes with it.

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