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Beyond the Red Horizon: The Secret Rise of the Chinese Space Program

Beyond the Red HorizonThe Secret Rise of the Chinese Space ProgramBy Gary Covella, Ph.D.A Stunning, Illustrated Journey Into the Most Mysterious Space Program on EarthStep behind the curtain of global space history withBeyond the Red Horizon, a richly illustrated and masterfully researched work of historical nonfiction that reveals the hidden saga of China’s rise as a space superpower. In a world where NASA and Roscosmos have long dominated headlines, China’s ambitions have largely unfolded in silence—until now.A “Forbidden History” Finally ToldFrom Cold War secrecy to lunar landings, author Gary Covella, Ph.D., unearths the layered and often obscured history of China’s space program. Through declassified documents, expert interviews, and deep analysis, Covella constructs a powerful narrative of resilience, ingenuity, and geopolitical ambition. Now, for the first time, readers can experience this story visually as well—Beyond the Red Horizonis beautifully illustrated with AI-enhanced images that bring pivotal moments, figures, and technologies to life.What You'll Discover Inside:The extraordinary story of Qian Xuesen—the Caltech rocket scientist deported to China who became its aerospace architect.The early secrets of Sino-Soviet cooperation—and the dramatic fallout that followed.Project 714 and the Cultural Revolution: How manned spaceflight was almost derailed by ideology.The rise of the Shenzhou missions and the birth of the Chinese Space Station.Lunar and Martian ambitions—and what they reveal about China’s long-term goals in space.Stunning illustrationsthat depict everything from classified launch sites to taikonaut life aboard the CSS.A Book for Explorers of All KindsWhether you’re a space history aficionado, a geopolitics buff, a science and tech enthusiast, or simply a curious reader, this book offers a thrilling and visually immersive experience. It’s a journey through time, science, and ambition—one that challenges assumptions and sheds light on the future of global space exploration.A New Space Race Is

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