A summation of Krafft Ehricke’s work on encouraging the exploration of space, this account offers biographic information on the man himself; encompasses details of his new, innovative ideas; and portrays his thoughts on the importance and value of space travel for society. Providing an understanding of the early history of the space pioneers, what they helped accomplish, and how Ehricke's vision came to fruition, this reference details the continuing need for a creation of a long-term vision for the exploration of space. Historic and yet topical, this resource also includes many of Ehricke’s original works, many of which were previously out of print. Table of Contents A Life in Space The First Rocket to Reach Space Expedition Ares to Mars Families of Space Vehicles The Power of Reason Father of the Centaur Precursors to Men in Space The First Space Stations The Universe is Run by Nuclear Energy The Metaprobe: A Spacecraft Fleet Space For Better Health and Fun The Space Program Under Attack Are There Limits to Growth? The Extraterrestrial Imperative The Shuttle: Umbilical to Space Light and Power from Space 3-Dimensional Civilization Camaraderie of Cosmonauts and Astronauts Earth’s Seventh Continent The Dignity of Man