Wernher von Braun (3rd ed.)

The fascinating subject of Wernher von Braun is the life and career of the famed rocket scientist who supervised the development of the powerful rockets used by Apollo astronauts to reach the moon. Controversy surrounds von Braun's work in Germany during World War II, the complex issues brought to light by formerly top-secret documents, and of his membership in the Nazi Party and commission to a position in the SS (secret service).