Copy of first on the moon, signed in person, neil armstrong, on the half title page. Before reading the book, i had no ideal that neil armstrong had taken part in so many important wars such as world war ii. Neil alden armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, was born in wapakoneta, ohio in 1930. Octavo, original black cloth, original dust jacket. First edition of the apollo xi astronauts own account of the first manned lunar landing, signed on the half title by the first human to set foot on the moon, neil armstrong. Armstrong was born 5 august 1930 in wapakoneta, ohio, us. This book has never been on the autograph market before. It is a good choice for a totally new person to understand why he was a world hero. Neil armstrong biographer pens new book on letters to. Armstrong is one of the most revered and beloved figures in the history of the united states of america and is the most famous astronaut of alltime.
Nasa signatures and neil armstrongs autograph are cheap, but wont be for long generosity and propaganda created and flooded a memorabilia market. Neil armstrongs letter to the children of troy, michigan on the opening of its public library 1971, as quoted in why libraries matter. Marking the fortyfifth anniversary of apollo 11s moon landing, first man by james hansen offers the only authorized glimpse into the life of americas most famous astronaut, neil armstrong the man whose one small step changed history. Books inscribed and signed by neil armstrong are quite rare. Any opinions would be appreciated, im thinking of risking a bid. Comprehensive neil armstrong autograph study by steve zarelli space authentication, llc. The wright brothers journey of invention 2003, quantum quest. A very rare signature, uniquely documented by the accompanying photograph. Signed by michael collins and buzz aldrin group portrait by nasa, showing them in space suits without helmet, the moon in the background. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. Get the best deals for neil armstrong autograph at. Neil armstrong book gets inside the mind of the moonwalker. There is an interesting item on ebay finishing soon.
Neil alden armstrong august 5, 1930 august 25, 2012 was an american astronaut and aeronautical engineer and the first person to walk on the moon. While many dealers describe his autograph as rare, it is hardly true. Neil armstrong 19302012, buzz aldrin 1930, michael collins 1930 a superb set of three autographed colour photographs from the crew members of the apollo 11 mission. Autograph 1232501 neil armstrong signed copy of first. Get this book for free plus shipping when you add one or more documents to your shopping cart. Signed nicely on the halftitle page in blue ballpoint by neil armstrong. This book was commissioned by the uacc and i contributed a chapter. Thus in signed apollo 11 lunar surface photographs, aldrin is almost invariably the only person shown other than reflections catching glimpses of armstrong. Purchase and sell historical autographs from the raab collection. Autographed color photo signed in full by the american astronaut and aeronatical engineer who became the first man to walk on the moon.
He was also a naval aviator, test pilot, and university professor. Theres an incredible marketplace and incredible demand for his autograph, said bobby livingston, a spokesman for rr auction in amherst, n. Neil armstrong biographer working on new book alabama news. The set is comprised of three 8 x 10 photographs, featuring individual shots of armstrong, aldrin and collins posed in their spacesuits against a backdrop of the moon. First edition of the apollo 11 astronauts own account of the first manned lunar landing. Vj books is the largest online bookseller of signed and collectible books in the world. Signed by the apollo 11 crew armstrong, neil et al. Neil armstrong american astronaut neil armstrong suiting up before the launch of gemini 8 from cape kennedy now cape canaveral, florida, march 1966.
Compiled by scott cornish, tahir rahman, bob mcleod, ken havekotte and john reznikoff. Neil armstrong autograph study zarelli space authentication. He is arguably the only living human being whose name people will recognize one thousand years from now. Apollo 11 first day cover signed by neil armstrong, buzz aldrin, and michael collins. The first photograph taken on the moon by neil armstrong. Neil armstrong 19302012 was an american astronaut who became the first human to walk on the moon on july 20, 1969, as part of. Over the last ten years the price value of this legendary mans signature has gone up %. Neil armstrong autograph for sale paul fraser collectibles.
Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from zarelli space authentication. Nasa color photograph from the may 1969 press release printed on verso. Books by neil armstrong author of apollo expeditions to. Thats one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind. First on the moon by armstrong, first edition abebooks. Inscribed and signed on the halftitle page by all three crew members. Neil armstrong signed book apr 16, 2020 rr auction in ma. Neil alden armstrong august 5, 1930 august 25, 2012 was an american astronaut who earned eternal fame as the first person to walk on the moon neil armstrong was born in wapakoneta, ohio, and lived in several different towns within the state due to. Author kelley armstrong bio and signed books vj books. Im putting the finishing touches on a book that is going to be published with selected letters to neil armstrong, said hansen, professor emeritus at auburn university, of the upcoming. This book describes the life of neil armstrong very well.
He attended blue high school and took flying lessons while still a. The neil armstrong autograph is clearly signed and occupies a single page within the autograph book. Signed books by kelley armstrong, autographed books, a book list, biography, and awards. Neil armstrong 1930 2012 was an american astronaut who gained the distinction of being the first person to both land and walk on the moon. Neil armstrong, signed abebooks shop for books, art. Neil armstrong was born on august 5, 1930 in wapakoneta, ohio, usa as neil alden armstrong. Ap the alabama college professor who wrote neil armstrongs authorized biography is working on another book dealing with the first person to walk on the moon. Neil armstrong special cover signed by the first man to walk on the moon, shown in a display plaque special cover signed.
Neil armstrong has 53 books on goodreads with 112378 ratings. A voyage with neil armstrong, michael collins and edwin e. Find great deals on ebay for neil armstrong signed and neil armstrong autograph. Armstrong autographs grow in value houston chronicle. Each book tells the story of a persons life and major accomplishments, and discusses the historic events that shaped his or her world. On board were astronauts neil armstrong, buzz aldrin and. But it is possible to guess by thumbing through the pages of nbc news space reporter. Nice copy of first on the moon, signed in person by apollo xi commander neil armstrong.
His persistence has built a sizeable collection and also earned him an international reputation as an armstrong collector. When apollo 11 touched down on the moons surface in 1969, the first man on the moon became a legend. Neil armstrong signed autographs freely for over 30 years inperson and throughthemail. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. He will provide some interesting facts and opinions as to why the first man on the moon refuses to sign. Browse autographs signed by astronaut neil armstrong for sale. He was a contributor to james hansens first man and is the editor of neil armstrong. It is accompanied by an original colour photograph of a smiling neil armstrong at the golf event, alongside the recipient of the autograph. Which living person has the worlds most soughtafter autograph.
Letters to the children of troy, michigan from 1971 by lucas reilly on mental floss, july 3, 2012. Civilian neil alden armstrong 19302012 had entered the u. A voyage with neil armstrong, michael collins, edwin e. Neil armstrong is one of the most desirable autographs of any 20th century figure. Neil armstrong signed copy of first on the moon book 362423049666. The astronaut who shuns the limelight stopped signing autographs long back and lives the life of a recluse. Collectors of space memorabilia consider the autographs of the apollo 11 astronauts an important and necessary. Be sure to include the lot number, lot title and any specific questions you have about the item. On july 20, 1969, armstrong became the first man to walk on the moons surface. However, the first picture taken by commander neil armstrong at the surface of the moon featured a jettison bag full of human waste and other unnecessary things.
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