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The astro chimps : America's first astronauts / Dawn Cusick.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and inex.
Formatted Contents Note:	Preface -- Wild lives -- Astrochimps in space -- Racing to deeper space -- Battle of the astronauts -- Astrochimps on the moon? -- Final flights -- Epilogue -- Rest in peace.
Summary, etc.:	"When the United States was scrambling to catch up to the Soviets after their successful launch of Sputnik, they didn't turn to Mercury Seven astronauts Alan Shepard and John Glenn. Rather, they began bringing chimpanzees to Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico for a top-secret program. The goal? To do everything America needed to make space travel safe for humans and beat the Soviets. Based on extensive research and interviews with living members of the team of veterinarians, handlers, and psychologists who worked with the animals, The Astrochimps offers a fresh perspective on animal intelligence and the rise of the space age. Detailed back matter provides resources, space mission stats, and calls to action for young readers to honor the astrochimps' legacy and advocate for the humane treatment of chimpanzees today." -- Amazon.com

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Location	Call Number / Copy Notes	Barcode	Shelving Location	Status	Due Date
Black Rock Branch - Bridgeport	j629.45 CUSICK (Text)	34000151583291	Juvenile Nonfiction	Available	-
Burroughs-Saden Main - Bridgeport	j629.45 CUSICK (Text)	34000151518461	Juvenile Nonfiction	Available	-

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Black Rock Branch - Bridgeport

j629.45 CUSICK (Text)

34000151583291

Juvenile Nonfiction

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Burroughs-Saden Main - Bridgeport