In Search of Falling Stars, H. H. Nininger’s Classic “Find a Falling Star” Revisited & Expanded *SIGNED & NUMBERED*

$99.95

This special edition, limited to just 250 copies, is signed by Jim Banks, Gary Huss, and Geoffrey Notkin. Also included is a reproduction of a rare American Meteorite Museum brochure, courtesy of Jim Banks.

Please note: This is a PRE-SALE; the book is slated to be released in November of 2024.

Product Details:

Publication date: November 12, 2024
Hardcover, 592 pages
Embossed cover with full-color jacket
4 new chapters, as well as substantial additions to previously published chapters
56 (mostly new) photos

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Description

Aerolite is beyond thrilled to announce that we’ll be running a pre-sale of the upcoming expanded edition of H.H. Nininger’s out-of-print book, “Find a Falling Star.” Spearheaded and edited by Nininger’s grandson, Jim Banks, “In Search of Falling Stars” will be released in the fall of 2024. “Find a Falling Star,” as originally published, was a significantly shorter version of the autobiography that Nininger had always hoped to publish. Prior to publication, the original manuscript was cut by nearly 50%.

The new, unabridged version has been compiled from multiple original manuscripts, handwritten comments, and boxes of notes and correspondence. It is H.H. Nininger’s life story as he wished it to be told. Told in detail with straightforward ease, this fascinating tale illustrates the single-minded persistence of a classic adventurer and scientist who, in the face of an almost impossible dream, refused to be diverted by seemingly overwhelming obstacles.

We’re honored to be working with the Banks family to bring this book to the meteorite community, and congratulate Jim on the completion of this project. It’s taken years of meticulous work to put this new, expanded edition together. Jim has gone above and beyond to pay homage to the memory of his grandfather and how important he still is to the study and collection of meteorites. Thank you, Jim, for helping to make this book available to those interested in meteorites and the history of their study. 

Nininger changed meteorite science forever—this book is a must-have for meteorite collectors and researchers alike. Add it to your shelf today!

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Weight 1000 g

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