The Mars Landing and More for Space-Enthusiast MemelordsGo on a 60-year journey from the earliest Mars landing attempts to the missions active there today - told by the people, memes, and media of the time through the lens of today's top scientists.
Learn fun facts about space exploration and answer the most asked questions about Mars. From the search for little green men to live bacteria, we've all entertained the idea of extraterrestrial life. But where did this idea come from? What have the Mars robots found, and how has it shaped science today? Written and researched by one of the best Canadian space geographers, Danny Bednar, and NASA scientist/professional martian herself, Dr. Tanya Harrison, Exploring Mars answers these questions and more.
It's not just rocket science - it's fun. A solar system gift perfect for anyone interested in space exploration, aerospace, or even science-fiction, this coffee-table beauty is different from other books about space. Tapping into a large network of active and retired scientists, astronauts, writers, and TV personalities, this space book for adults and teens alike crafts a year-by-year anthropology of humanity's exploration of Mars that manages to be both a handy reference and fun fodder for everyone.
Inside Exploring Mars, you'll find:
• A timeline of our exploration of Mars with photos and descriptions of significant events from each year, like the first Mars landing • Interviews, quotes, and answers to your foremost questions from top scientists and Mars experts • Explanations of the science and lore surrounding Mars accompanied by popular memes and anecdotes about the red planet

If you like non-fiction space books such as Liftoff, This Book Is a Planetarium, or Extraterrestrial, you'll love Exploring Mars .

Dr. Tanya Harrison calls herself a “professional martian.” She has spent over a decade working as a scientist and in mission operations on multiple NASA Mars missions, including the Curiosity and Opportunity rovers. Her specialty lies in geomorphology: the study of a planet’s evolution based on its surface features. Before Mars however, Tanya had her head in the stars as an astronomer studying the metal content of star clusters and recurring novae systems. She holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Western Ontario, a Masters in Earth and Environmental Sciences from Wesleyan University, and a B.Sc. in Astronomy and Physics from the University of Washington. Currently she is the Director of Research for Arizona State University’s Space Technology and Science (“NewSpace”) Initiative. Tanya is also an advocate for advancing the status of women in science and for accessibility in the geosciences. You can find her prolifically tweeting about the Red Planet?and her experiences with both #WomenInSTEM and #DisabledInSTEM?as @tanyaofmars.

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Dr. Danny Bednar is a geographer of space and researcher with the Canadian Space Agency. His areas of interest include the use of satellites in the fight against climate change and the robotic exploration of our solar system. He holds a PhD in Geography, with a focus on climate change policy from Western University, Canada, where he has also been teaching about space exploration since 2012. Danny holds a Master of Arts in Geography with a specialization in Environment & Sustainability from Western University and received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Winnipeg studying political philosophy and environmental science. Danny is passionate about mental health awareness and sharing his own experiences of living with severe depression and anxiety. He is also an advocate for the elimination of barriers for low-income students in education. In his spare time, Danny finds baroque music annoying and is passionate about providing a better life for all cats on Earth. He can be found on Twitter @DannyBednar.

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