Mars

Ben Bova author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Hodder & Stoughton

Published:26th Jun '08

Should be back in stock very soon

Mars cover

This insightful narrative follows thirteen astronauts from eleven nations on a groundbreaking mission to Mars. Their journey reveals personal and political tensions, culminating in an astonishing discovery on the planet's surface.

In Mars, a groundbreaking exploration of space travel, a diverse crew of thirteen astronauts embarks on a historic mission to the fourth planet from the sun. Hailing from eleven different nations, these leading scientists have dedicated nine months to their journey, traversing an astounding 100 million kilometers to reach the enigmatic Martian landscape. Their expedition is not just a scientific endeavor but also a testament to international collaboration in the face of the unknown.

As the crew settles into their mission, they encounter a range of personal and political conflicts that threaten to undermine their objectives. The challenges of working together in such a confined space reveal the complexities of human relationships under extreme conditions. With their time on Mars limited to mere footprints and flags, the astronauts must navigate both their differences and the vastness of the Martian terrain, all while pushing the boundaries of human knowledge.

Ultimately, their journey leads to an astonishing discovery that changes everything they thought they knew about the universe. Mars not only captures the excitement of space exploration but also delves into the intricacies of human nature when faced with unprecedented challenges. This thought-provoking narrative serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for discovery and the importance of unity in the pursuit of knowledge, making it a compelling read for anyone fascinated by the mysteries of space.

'A real space novel that predicts many of the problems that will confront the men and women who actually make the trip sometime around 2020' * James A. Michener *
'There used to be only one Mars and it belonged to Edgar Rice Burroughs . . . Now Ben Bova has landed, with a new pair of eyes, and Mars is brand new again' * Ray Bradbury *
'Extraordinary . . . MARS succeeds as scientific exploration, as adventure story, as a mythic tale' * Orson Scott Caird *
'a splendid book . . . of his many books, MARS must be the most important' * Arthur C. Clarke *
'Gripping, realistic - don't miss it' * Terry Brooks *

ISBN: 9780340960998

Dimensions: 197mm x 131mm x 37mm

Weight: 390g

576 pages