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Frank Borman Signed Book: Countdown. An Autobiography. (New York: Silver Arrow, 1988). Written with Robert J. Serling. First edition, first printing. Signed on the title page in black ink: "To Warren & Helen/ With Best Wishes!/ Frank Borman". Hardbound in a dust jacket, octavo, 448 pages, illustrated. Fine.

This book offers a firsthand account of one of the most iconic moments in space exploration history. Frank Borman, the commander of Apollo 8, provides readers with a compelling narrative that captures the tension, excitement, and sheer magnitude of the first manned mission to orbit the moon. His detailed recollections and insights into the challenges and triumphs of the Apollo 8 mission make Countdown a prized collectible for space enthusiasts and historians alike. Borman's personal perspective and experiences enrich the understanding of this pivotal moment in space exploration.


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