Handbook of Model Rocketry

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Summary: This book is Harry's legacy!
Review: G. Harry Stine is considered one of the founding fathers of model rocketry by most rocketeers. This book, The Handbook of Model Rocketry is insightful, always interesting, often humorous, and remains as Harry's gift to our rocket community. Harry is no longer with us for he passed away recently but his legacy lives on in this terrific handbook. A "must read" book for all model rocketeers!

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Summary: A must have for ANY(novice or veteran) rocketeer!!!
Review: G. Harry Stine's handbook is the first book that any novice wishing to learn the fundamentals should pick up. Stine's magical ability to explain difficult ideas clearly and thoroughly is one of the things I loved about the book. The other reason, in my opinion why this book was so good is because it covers both breadth and depth about the sport of model rocketry. It did not just explain the basics and stop right there. Stine took it further by talking about the aerodynamics of rocketry, how to build large models, boost gliders, how to form clubs and oversee ranges, scale modeling.. and on and on...In fact, there are many tables in the book that even a veteran rocketeer would have to refer to almost daily to retrieve important information. WHAT AN AWESOME BOOK!

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Summary: Handbook of Model Rocketry
Review: I got this book from the library as a beginner hoping it would be useful. I opened it up when I got home and was amazed. This book had everything i needed to know and much more. It Has a good description of everything about model rockets Including tricks and tips, what not to do, how things work and how to get them to work properly, flight, safety, and construction. This is a great book and perfect to keep by your work table if you want a new idea or need to know something. So overall, i think this book could not of been better!

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Summary: Gives more than enough information on Model Rocketry.
Review: I use this manual to help me teach both Sea Cadets and CAP Cadets about Model Rocketry. Or more to the point, I use parts of it. Even though the late Mr. Stine had ensured that this book is fully comprehensive, It can have a tad TOO MUCH information. Still, the book does not detract from telling the reader how good, fun, and educational Model Rocketry is. I would recommend it for educators and advanced Model Rocketeers who wish to take their interest to the next level.

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Summary: Gives more than enough information on Model Rocketry.
Review: I use this manual to help me teach both Sea Cadets and CAP Cadets about Model Rocketry. Or more to the point, I use parts of it. Even though the late Mr. Stine had ensured that this book is fully comprehensive, It can have a tad TOO MUCH information. Still, the book does not detract from telling the reader how good, fun, and educational Model Rocketry is. I would recommend it for educators and advanced Model Rocketeers who wish to take their interest to the next level.

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Summary: Thorough
Review: I'm interested in a lot of different things, and good books is a way to educate yourself on the basics of almost anything. I picked up this book to satisfy my curiousity on model rockets, and boy was it satisfied. This book covers the subject better than anything I have read on model rockets. If after reading and understanding this volume, you still have questions, you should probably not get involved in model rocketry. Highly recommended for beginners and experience rocketeers alike.

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Summary: An excellent book for the begining model rocketeer.
Review: The book covers the basics of the model rocket hobby. There is emphasis on the safety aspect of model rocketry. It covers basic operation, construction, contests,and different types of models.

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Summary: Totally great!
Review: The Handbook provides you with just about everything you would need or want to know about building and flying model rockets. It covers from how to prepare a motor for flight and how to attach fins, to more complicated things such as boost gliders and clusters. Through the whole thing, descriptions are detailed. Mr. Stine's humour keeps what could be some boring but important items fun, guiding you from your first rocket to scale masterpieces. Join the fun!

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Summary: Every Rocketeer must read this book
Review: The late G. Harry Stine is considered the father of model rocketry and was also the founder of the National Association of Rocketry (NAR). In this book, Harry explains the basics of model rocketry, including propulsion, stability, recovery, design, launching, safety and much more. And the language is on a level that's easy to read and understand by both young and old. This book is truly the bible of model rocketry and should be in every rocketeer's library. Great job Harry - Thank you!

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Summary: " The modroc "Bible" - G. Harry Sets the Stage!"
Review: The late G. Harry Stine's 6th edition of his "handbook"-1993 is a MUST read; includes how to get started in model rocketry, safety, construction, flight, recovery & special projects from the man who paved the way for all model rocketeers. Young & old alike will enjoy this book loaded with awesome photos, drawings and illustrations!