The Martian
by Andy Weir
The Martian by Andy Weir holds a highly rated rating of 4.39 out of 5, based on 423.3K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 384 pages.
About The Martian
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?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Andy Weir |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 384 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.39 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 423,344 |
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What genre is The Martian?
The Martian is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is The Martian worth reading?
Based on 423.3K reader ratings, The Martian has an average score of 4.39 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Martian?
The Martian has 384 pages.
Who wrote The Martian?
The Martian was written by Andy Weir. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for The Martian?
The ISBN-13 for The Martian is 9780804139020.0.
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