Destination Mars: In Art, Myth, and Science
Looks at the history of Mars, describes its depiction in films and fiction, and traces efforts to explore the planet
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Examines how the red planet has been perceived throughout human history in mythology, religion, astrology, folklore, early scientific history, science fiction, and the modern era of scientific discovery and space travel. Special attention is given to NASA's exploration of Mars, from the first man-made satellite to orbit Mars and the first man-made observation vehicle to land on Mars, to information about the two current missions: Pathfinder and the Mars Global Surveyor. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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