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GoesTo11
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posted 06-11-2004 01:25 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for GoesTo11   Click Here to Email GoesTo11     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I recall this as a hardbound reference, with a blue cover embossed in gold, published early in the Shuttle program. I'm trying to hunt down a nice copy but haven't had any luck.

Any info on the book, or leads to sellers, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

nasamad
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posted 06-11-2004 01:44 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for nasamad   Click Here to Email nasamad     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote

The Space Transportation News Reference
Christopher Coggon, Editor
Apogee Books, ISBN 0-920487-00-9
Published 1984

Set out same as NASA ringbound softcover version, same page numbering format (Chapter number - Chapter page number) 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1 etc. Eight large foldouts of orbiter panels. Black and white photos throughout and colour pages in centre.

Hope this helps......Adam

Philip
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posted 06-16-2004 04:32 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Philip   Click Here to Email Philip     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I guess it's out of print...

apollo11lem5
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posted 06-16-2004 04:54 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for apollo11lem5   Click Here to Email apollo11lem5     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I just now noticed on my copy of this book that the original price tag is still affixed to the inside rear cover... it was $39.95 back when I bought it new... Donald

astromancyyz
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posted 05-13-2008 11:40 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for astromancyyz     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
After 25 years, it is good to see that my book is still valued and requested! For those who would like an author-signed copy of "The Space Transportation Systems Reference", I have 10 left of the original and only printing of 3,000 copies. Called "The Ultimate for the Astro-Nut" by Toronto's Globe and Mail, it was the #1 selling book offered by the magazine "Final Frontier". It is perfect for autographs.

A signed copy of my book currently is selling on Amazon for $235! Your price is only $50 USD each, shipping extra. Author signed. Inscriptions are no charge.

Willing to swap for space letters and maps.

garymilgrom
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posted 05-13-2008 12:49 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for garymilgrom   Click Here to Email garymilgrom     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
quote:
Originally posted by astromancyyz:
Your price is only $50 USD each, shipping extra.
Please post website or other contact details for purchase. Thank you.

astromancyyz
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posted 05-13-2008 04:17 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for astromancyyz     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
If you would like an autographed copy of the STS Ref, please write to me at: astromancyyz@yahoo.ca. I accept Money Orders and certified cheques in USD. $50 plus shipping ($20 Expedited Parcel to US and $25 internationally). Please indicate what inscription (if any) you want written on the title page. Orders are shipped the same day buyer's payment clears. Buyer will be notified of shipment.

cspg
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posted 05-13-2008 11:59 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for cspg   Click Here to Email cspg     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
quote:
Originally posted by nasamad:
The Space Transportation News Reference
Christopher Coggon, Editor
Apogee Books, ISBN 0-920487-00-9
Published 1984

No relation with the current Apogee Books/CGP Publishing! (I've asked!)

And my signed copy is still on my bookshelf!

Chris.

garymilgrom
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posted 06-02-2008 01:52 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for garymilgrom   Click Here to Email garymilgrom     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I received my copy today. I haven't read it but it seems an exhaustive reference. Chris was kind enough to inscribe mine to some young space friends and they will enjoy it when I'm finished. Thank you Chris for a great buying experience (let alone great book).

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