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Martian : A Novel by Andy Weir (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100553418025
ISBN-139780553418026
eBay Product ID (ePID)202414505
Product Key Features
Book TitleMartian : a Novel
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicScience Fiction / Action & Adventure, Thrillers / Suspense, Science Fiction / Hard Science Fiction
Publication Year2014
IllustratorYes
GenreFiction
AuthorAndy Weir
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight10.2 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2013-362514
Dewey Edition23
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal813/.6
Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "Brilliant . . . a celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years . . . utterly compelling."-- The Wall Street Journal The inspiration for the major motion picture Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he's sure he'll be the first person to die there. After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he's alive--and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive. Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first. But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills--and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit--he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him? NAMED ONE OF PASTE 'S BEST NOVELS OF THE DECADE "A hugely entertaining novel [that] reads like a rocket ship afire . . . Weir has fashioned in Mark Watney one of the most appealing, funny, and resourceful characters in recent fiction." -- Chicago Tribune "As gripping as they come . . . You'll be rooting for Watney the whole way, groaning at every setback and laughing at his pitchblack humor. Utterly nail-biting and memorable." -- Financial Times, Selected for common reading at North Lake College Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he's sure he'll be the first person to die there. After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he's alive--and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive. Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first. But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills--and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit--he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him?, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "Brilliant . . . a celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years . . . utterly compelling."-- The Wall Street Journal The inspiration for the major motion picture Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he's sure he'll be the first person to die there. After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he's alive--and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive. Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first. But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills--and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit--he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him? NAMED ONE OF PASTE 'S BEST NOVELS OF THE DECADE "A hugely entertaining novel [that] reads like a rocket ship afire . . . Weir has fashioned in Mark Watney one of the most appealing, funny, and resourceful characters in recent fiction." -- Chicago Tribune "As gripping as they come . . . You'll be rooting for Watney the whole way, groaning at every setback and laughing at his pitchblack humor. Utterly nail-biting and memorable." -- Financial Times
LC Classification NumberPS3623.E446M37 2014
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- 12 Jan, 2016
Book better than the movie
I had read so many articles bout how the movie does justice to the book, so I decided to pass on the book and go straight to the movie. It was a mistake. As entertaining as the movie is, the book is far far better. Principally it's just bloody funny, Mark Whitney (the Martin) speaks his mind about his successes and failures, usually with some vulgarity, and yet you feel as though you're with him in his journey and in his activities, good or bad. The movie, as they tend to do, is paced for the movie going audience, and loses a lot of the struggles and inventions Mark Whitney has to achieve. I highly recommend this book, and I hope this isn't a spoiler but it's full of NASA type technical terms which occasionally take some understanding from one Martian day (a sol) to another. Great reading, couldn't put the book down,.. Do yourself a favor and read this, on a plane, on vacation or wherever, you'll enjoy it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Oct, 2024
I'm disappointed with the Quality of the...
I'm disappointed with the Quality of the Book. The cover is deeply creased & doesn't rise to the standard of "VERY Good". The book itself is the story of the motion picture The Martian, starring Matt Damon. I lLOVE the movie & when I saw that it was adapted from a book, I just had to read it. It's written in the 1st person, like Matt Damon talks to you during the film. But it contains MUCH more material than the Movie. I'm enjoying reading it a lot!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Aug, 2020
Compelling, engaging story, makes you think about yourself on whether you could survive alone!
Awesome story, Robinson Crusoe classic set in the space age!! Great account with details that most of us non-technical people think about. Funny and engaging account. Andy Weir has done a great job in his writing.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 May, 2019
An exciting story
I first watched the movie, and I absolutely loved it. Usually, it is the other way around; book first, then the movie. But I thoroughly enjoyed both. This book was very well written, Mark Watney is a very lovable character. Andy Weir wrote Watney to be this guy who makes a joke out of everything, even in spite of the situation he is in. I had a hard time putting this book down, it was very captivating. I would recommend reading the book because it has several things that are absent from the movie.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Jun, 2023
A Premo Botanist
The story really is compelling. But there is one drawback, and that's that it's a bit technical. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed the storyline. I also enjoyed the movie, and like people always say, 'the book is way better than the movie,' except that it's the really technical part that gets in the way, hence my 4-star rating instead of 5. Okay, he's a Botanist, and not just any old botanist, but a premo botanist at that. I guess if you're a techy kind of guy, then you won't be mired down in all the techy stuff, so if you ever get stranded on Mars, bring this book along, and it will help you to survive.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Jul, 2016
MACGYVER IN SPACE
GREAT BOOK! ANDY WEIR IS FUNNY AND A SELF-PROCLAIMED GEEK; HE MANAGES TO EXPLAIN SCIENTIFIC PROCESSES SO THAT THE LAYMAN CAN EASILY UNDERSTAND WHAT HE'S WRITING ABOUT. OUR HERO, MARK, IS CAUGHT IN AN IMPOSSIBLE SITUATION THAT, EVEN WITH SOME DEVASTATING SETBACKS, CHANGES IT INTO A POSSIBLE SCENARIO INSTEAD. FABULOUS NAIL-BITER OF AN ENDING!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Nov, 2015
Andy Weir's first book, 'The Martian' is quite good!
This was a very interesting story which keeps you interested. I found the story and solutions believable and enjoyable. Andy makes the main character believable and feel like a friend. Such a tale is well worth reading. The only down side was the use of rare but unnecessary profanity. It tended to detract from the story. The movie is very good but the book is even better. I look forward to more books from this author.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Sep, 2016
Book came in near-perfect condition
Aside from the physical condition of the book, the literary content was good too hahaVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Nov, 2018
Very good, not great.
Usually a book (and especially the movie) leaves me wanting more technical details. Not a problem here! Very satisfying read, though not superbly written. I also think the plot should be more linear, having the crews reaction to the event before Watney's would make it a better story in my opinion.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Apr, 2025
Book is in great shape, Satisfied with p...
Book is in great shape, Satisfied with purchase.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
