Fundamentals of Astrodynamics and Applications, 4th ed. (Space Technology Library) 4th Edition

Absolute classic for understanding the intuition behind astrodynamics principles, learning the math behind the ideas, and implementing the solutions through computational algorithms. A must-have reference for any grad student in orbital mechanics/astrodynamics or spacecraft mission engineers. Book came shrink wrapped and in perfect condition with a packing slip.

I put this under my pillow last night, and I didn't learn anything...does not work as I expected. Maybe my spouse can make better use of it.

This fellow is a good teacher, the level is approachable, examples are clear, explanations are complete, the algorithms fun to play with; the best part is that the section 6.7 dealing with constant thrust trajectories is unique among astro-dynamics texts.

Excellent book as Vallado builds the fundamentals of astrodynamics and shows how to implement those concepts on a computer.

This is hands down the best book available on the subject of Astrodynamics. Over the years, I have read and owned several books on the subject but Vallado has an approach that is easy to understand. His use of practical examples provide built in test cases for application of the subject matter. A must have book for anyone interested in the subject.

Vallado provides code for almost all functions described in the book which adds real world usefulness for the reader.

Great source for everything astrogation. Covers Gibbs and Lambert's problems/methods. Probably about as far as you can go into the overall subject without consulting texts specializing in subtopics.

This book is well-organized and thorough. It is a must for anybody really interested in Astrodynamics.