Nearly a generation after the first pioneers landed on Mars, a bitter rivalry grows between those who want to turn the red planet into a lush garden for humanity and those who want to preserve its starkly beautiful landscape.
Photographs, illustrations, and text describe the history of the exploration of Mars, discussing telescopic observation, building a crewed Mars spacecraft, training of astronauts, human exploration of the planet, and more.
Examines the physical characteristics and conditions of Mars, describing its position in relation to the sun and other planets and surveying humanity's attempts to penetrate its mysteries.
Provides information about Mars, discussing the size and appearance of the planet, the mysterious canals discovered on Mars, Martian atmosphere, and the history of Mars exploration.
Nearly a generation has passed since the first pioneers landed on Mars and rivalry exists between those who want to turn the red planet into a lush garden for humanity and those who want to preserve its hostility and barren beauty.
Describes the fourth planet from the sun, including its discovery, terrain, temperature, and characteristics, and examines the possibility of life on the Red Planet.
Discusses the exploration of Mars, focusing on the space flights made by unmanned probes, and examines possible developments and further exploration in the future.
