Paul Roales Collection of Signed Histories and Biographies all Related to Space Exploration, Bill Pogue, Ed Mitchell, Alan Shepard, William Hyman. Paul Alan Roales collection of signed books, many of the authors having flown in space.
1.) The rarest is an Original Limited Edition, First Printing #14 of "Magna Carta of Space" 1966 with extensive inscription and signed by author William Hyman and dated Feb. 22, 1966, New York City. In very fine condition and with original slip case, slight evidence of wear. The title is actually a nickname for the "Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies Entered Into Force" agreed to by 109 nations. A copy from this original issue is very scarce.
2.) "Off The Planet" hardback spectacular signature by author Jerry Linenger US Astronaut / MIR Cosmonaut, near mint condition w/dust jacket
3.) "Spacewalker" by Jerry Ross inscribed and signed. Hardback w/dust jacket, near mint
4.) "Moon Shot" by Alan Shepard and Deke Slayton with book plate signed by Shepard. Hardback with dust cover in near mint condition.
5.) "The Way of the Explorer" signed by Ed Mitchell, hardback with dust cover in near to mint condition
6.) "We Have Capture" signed by author Tom Stafford, hardback with dust cover in near to mint condition
Plus 5 paper/soft bound books: Two by Bill Pogue "But for the Grace of God" and "How to Go to the Bathroom in Space", "The Light Stuff" (space humor!) signe by Bob Ward, "Riding Rockets" by Mike Mullane and "Touching the Earth" by Roberta Bondar (stunning color photos).
Estimated Value $250 - 500
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