With the forward by Arthur C Clark and an epilogue by Dr James C Fletcher, former administrator, NASA, the New Challenge of the Stars starts with a bold assumption - that exploration of our neighboring planets can now be taken for granted and that the real challenge lies beyond the frontiers of our Solar System. The book includes 39 illustrations by artist David Hardy, one of the most outstanding scientific and astronomical artists. This copy of The New Challenge of the Stars is in fair condition, with a sewn binding that has broken threads and a dust jacket with tears and folds.