Qian Xuesen: A Graphic Biography (1911-2009)

This graphic narrative offers readers a compelling insight into the life of Qian Xuesen, a scientist who made significant contributions to the field while enduring personal sacrifices for the greater good of his nation.

The graphic biography book retells Qian Xuesen’s life story, beginning with his birth, childhood, education, overseas stay, return to China, and unparalleled contribution to China’s missile and space programs.

Despite the comforts offered in the US, Qian chose to return to China, sparking a five-year-long persecution by the US government. The book highlights his unwavering determination, patriotism, and love for his homeland. In addition, Qian Xuesen’s ardor and dedication to the cause of China’s missile and space program, his meticulous and detail-oriented organiza- tional skills, and his supreme love of the country constitute the takeaway from his illustrious biography.

XI QIXIN (original author), a retired journalist of the General Armament Department (GAD) of the People’s Liberation Army, was once head of the GAD Branch of the Xinhua News Agency, holding the rank of senior colonel. He has worked for the publicity of national defense science and technology for more than three decades and has participated in nearly 100 major national defense research and experiment projects, such as tests of missiles, satellites and nuclear weapons, and manned spaceflights. YANG LIANG (adapter), deputy director of the Exhibition Department of Qian Xuesen Library & Museum.