Justification for the Space Program

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From: "RWTMS2::MUNIZB"
Date: Sat, 23 Jan 1993 02:59

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I know that the discussion regarding the justification for the space 
program died out about 2 weeks ago, but I just bought a book related to 
the subject and I was wondering if anyone on the net has read it.

It's called "Breakout Into Space, Mission for a Generation" by George 
Henry Elias.  The cover blurb reads in part: "(the book) presents a 
broadly, efficiently argued case for moving civilization beyond Earth's 
limits and into the solar system. (Elias) explores the environmental, 
economic,, and political benefits of space settlement.  Inhabiting space 
is no longer science fiction, but human necessity - and destiny . . . 
The establishment of a space civilization is an essential part of the 
effort to preserve the environment, prevent global war, and provide a 
stable economic future".

Any comments about the book, either pro or con?

Disclaimer: Opinions stated are solely my own (unless I change my mind).
Ben Muniz     MUNIZB%RWTMS2.decnet@consrt.rockwell.com    w(818)586-3578
Space Station Freedom:Rocketdyne/Rockwell:Structural Loads and Dynamics
   "Man will not fly for fifty years": Wilbur to Orville Wright, 1901

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