"ROCKETS AND PEOPLE, Volume 1 By Boris Chertok & Asif Siddiqi is a hardcover book published by the United States Government Printing Office in 2005. It delves into the history and development of aeronautics and astronautics in Russia and the Former Soviet Union, focusing on the contributions of prominent figures like Boris Chertok. With 432 pages, this book provides a comprehensive look at the complex relationship between rockets and people in the world of science and technology, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the technology and engineering aspects of space exploration."