A passion for Mars
Andrew Chaikin
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A passion for Mars
Published
2008
Publisher
Abrams
Pages
279
ISBN-13
9780810972742
ISBN-10
0810972743
Description
From the Publisher: The quest for Mars is chronicled by bestselling author Andrew Chaikin in this story of a passionate band of Earthbound explorers caught in the irresistible pull of the Red Planet. They include celebrated figures: astronomer Carl Sagan, who champions the idea of life on Mars-; rocket scientist Wernher von Braun, drawing up plans for human Mars expeditions; and science-fiction author Ray Bradbury, standard-bearer for Mars's crucial place in human destiny. Readers also meet the rogue grad students known as the "Mars Underground," keepers of the flame when Mars falls off NASA's radar; biologist Jerry Soffen, looking for signs of life in a Martian meteorite; geologist Mike Malin, who defies skeptics to reveal a Mars no one imagines; and many others, including Chaikin himself, who served on the first Viking Mars landing and covered Mars exploration as a science journalist. Based on extensive interviews, illustrated with compelling images, and animated by the author's own passion, Chaikin's account will resonate with anyone who has ever dreamed of a journey to Mars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A passion for Mars?
This edition of A passion for Mars has approximately 279 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read A passion for Mars?
For most readers, A passion for Mars typically takes between 5h 49m and 3h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 69,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 39m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 69,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of A passion for Mars?
The estimated word count for A passion for Mars is approximately 69,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of A passion for Mars?
A passion for Mars was written by Andrew Chaikin.
When was A passion for Mars published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.