How soon can you board a rocketship to Mars? And how will you survive when you get there? There are so many challenges to overcome in sending a human into space, such as problems of distance, fuel, and propulsion. This compelling book describes the history and future of space travel and the exciting areas of research travel presents.

Includes index.

What is outer space? -- How do we explore outer space? -- Deep exploration -- Humans in outer space? -- Ship shape -- What's next -- Activity: Your space science mission.