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Neil Armstrong: The Lives and Careers of the First Men on the Moon (The Life and Legacy of the First Astronaut to Walk on the Moon)

By Joseph Romero
Listen with Sir Michael Caine™ and 1,000+ voices
Length2h 24m

About this audiobook

Discover how a young boy fascinated by the skies grew up to become one of the most famous astronauts in history. Follow neil's journey as he learns to fly, serves as a naval aviator, becomes a test pilot, and ultimately, an astronaut who takes part in the legendary apollo 11 mission. Experience the thrill of the first successful docking in space, the tension of the lunar landing, and the triumph of humanity's first steps on the moon. Through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations, this book introduces children to the wonders of space exploration, the challenges of the space race, and the teamwork and determination that made the moon landing possible. Inside the book, you’ll find The giants of science – meet the icons of modern physics, from einstein to bohr, and dive into the fierce debates, groundbreaking discoveries, and unique perspectives that shaped the field. Key principles – unlock five basics of quantum physics, from the mind-bending wave-particle duality to the intrigue of the uncertainty principle. Major theories – explore the biggest concepts in quantum, including entanglement, schrödinger’s cat, superposition, and more. Experiments – discover the pivotal experiments that shaped quantum theory, such as the famous double-slit experiment and the eye-opening photoelectric effect. Written with young readers in mind, the story shows how curiosity, careful practice, and calm problem-solving can change the world. Kids see how training on simulators, working with checklists, and trusting a team prepared neil for moments when everything depended on steady hands and a clear head. Along the way, they’ll discover the people, machines, and brave decisions that made “the eagle has landed” possible—and why that first footprint still inspires scientists and explorers today.

Audiobook details

GenreBiography and Memoir
Length2 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
2CHAPTER 1: A RAMBLIN' MAN
3CHAPTER 2: NASA AND THE SPACE RACE
4CHAPTER 3: GEMINI
5CHAPTER 4: THE APOLLO MISSIONS
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6CHAPTER 5: THE FINAL PREPARATIONS FOR APOLLO 11
7CHAPTER 6: ONE SMALL STEP
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