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Sheehan: Mars: The Lure of the Red Planet (Prometheus Books, 2001)
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very good
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- Subjects
- Mathematics & Sciences
- Subject
- Books on Collecting
- ISBN
- 9781573929004
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Prometheus Books, Publishers
ISBN-10
157392900X
ISBN-13
9781573929004
eBay Product ID (ePID)
28038657780
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mars : the Lure of the Red Planet
Number of Pages
106 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Physics / Astrophysics
Publication Year
2001
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
0 Oz
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Width
6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
00-067358
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
"An informative overview of sky watchers' enduring fascination with Mars." -- Booklist "A tremendously readable and engaging history of why Mars has thrilled humanity for 200 years and why the latest discoveries make it more exciting than ever."-- William K Hartman, Mars Global Surveying Imaging Team
Dewey Decimal
523.43
Synopsis
No other planet has so fired the human imagination as Mars. The possibility of life on the planet was an obsession in the 19th century. It is not surprising to find that it has become so once again, because of all the planets in the solar system (apart from Earth), Mars has always been regarded as the most likely to serve as the abode of life. Now that there are hints that the planet may have held "liquid water" (a prerequisite for life, in contrast to the frozen water of the ice caps) much more recently than anyone had supposed, excitement over Mars exploration has never been higher. In this engaging, eloquent account of our love affair with the Red Planet, William Sheehan and Stephen James O'Meara review the history of human fascination with our neighbor in the solar system, and look at the prospects for manned spaceflight to Mars in this new century. The authors portray the history of Mars investigations through the eyes of the dreamers and achievers that have made the planet such an integral part of the human psyche. They reveal the discoverers' hardships, their strength in the face of criticisms, and the glories of their successes. What Everest and the moon were to the 20th century, Mars will be to the 21st. Mars is our Everest, a new frontier that will continue to spur the greatest flights of imagination and the most astounding technical feats. Projects are already underway to make these dreams a reality. This book will prepare you and fill you with enthusiasm for the adventure ahead., No other planet has so fired the human imagination as Mars. The possibility of life on the planet was an obsession in the 19th century. It is not surprising to find that it has become so once again, because of all the planets in the solar system (apart from Earth), Mars has always been regarded as the most likely to serve as the abode of life. Now that there are hints that the planet may have held "liquid water" (a prerequisite for life, in contrast to the frozen water of the ice caps) much more recently than anyone had supposed, excitement over Mars exploration has never been higher.In this engaging, eloquent account of our love affair with the Red Planet, William Sheehan and Stephen James O'Meara review the history of human fascination with our neighbor in the solar system, and look at the prospects for manned spaceflight to Mars in this new century. The authors portray the history of Mars investigations through the eyes of the dreamers and achievers that have made the planet such an integral part of the human psyche. They reveal the discoverers' hardships, their strength in the face of criticisms, and the glories of their successes.What Everest and the moon were to the 20th century, Mars will be to the 21st. Mars is our Everest, a new frontier that will continue to spur the greatest flights of imagination and the most astounding technical feats. Projects are already underway to make these dreams a reality. This book will prepare you and fill you with enthusiasm for the adventure ahead., No other planet has so fired the human imagination as Mars. The possibility of life on the planet was an obsession in the 19th century. It is not surprising to find that it has become so once again, because of all the planets in the solar system (apart from Earth), Mars has always been regarded as the most likely to serve as the abode of life. Now that there are hints that the planet may have held 'liquid water' (a prerequisite for life, in contrast to the frozen water of the ice caps) much more recently than anyone had supposed, excitement over Mars exploration has never been higher. In this engaging, eloquent account of our love affair with the Red Planet, William Sheehan and Stephen James O'Meara review the history of human fascination with our neighbor in the solar system, and look at the prospects for manned space-flight to Mars in this new century. The authors portray the history of Mars investigations through the eyes of the dreamers and achievers that have made the planet such an integral part of the human psyche. They reveal the discoverers' hardships, their strength in the face of criticisms, and the glories of their successes. What Everest and the moon were to the 20th century, Mars will be to the 21st. Mars is our Everest, a new frontier that will continue to spur the greatest flights of imagination and the most astounding technical feats. Projects are already underway to make these dreams a reality. This book will prepare you and fill you with enthusiasm for the adventure ahead., Reviews the history of human fascination with Mars, our neighbor in the solar system. This book looks at the prospects for manned space-flight to Mars.
LC Classification Number
QB641.S4838 2001
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- t***6 (27)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat experience. I ordered a luxury hardcover for which the condition of the book is important and the packing was great and the item was as described. I asked questions during the process and the seller was responsive and helpful. I would definitely buy again from this seller
- r***a (232)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseExpertly packaged and sent fast at a low price. The pair of books in itself is in fantastic shape which was as the description read.
- k***0 (98)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem as described. Well packaged. Fast shipping. Great value. Highly recommend!