The Space Age
This book provides a comprehensive picture of men's achievements in the study and conquest of outer space and examines the prospects of the development of space exploration, and the use of outer space for the benefit of the human race.
The author traces the views on the Universe held by philosophers and scholars of different ages, looks at the place and role of man in the Universe, and demonstrates the leading role played by Russian and Soviet scientists in the theoretical and practical study and conquest of outer space. He emphasizes the planned, comprehensive and peaceful nature of Soviet space programs, and examines the interaction of men and outer space from the scientific, socio-political and moral viewpoints. He also criticizes the inhumane, idealist and mystic interpretations of the space age, and reveals the lethal danger contained in the US doctrine of the militarization of outer space.
Content of the book
About Book 6
Part One. Realities
Chapter One Early History 10
Chapter Two Homo Cosmic 24
Chapter Three The Universal Dimensions of Life 48
Chapter Four Spaceship Earth 64
Chapter Five The Industrialisation of Space 82
Chapter Six The Heavenly Ecumene ... 105
Part Two. Reflexions
Chapter Seven The End and Beginning of Aelita 140
Chapter Eight Anti-Finalism 1 62
Chapter Nine The 'High Frontier' of the individual 176
Chapter Ten The Cosmic World of Culture 193
Chapter Eleven The Universe versus Chaos.213
Chapter Twelve The Shining Hour 227
Chapter Twelve The Shining Hour 227
Author: Yuri Shkolenko Publication Date: 1987
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