Explore Mars

Blast off into space as you take on the role of an astronaut embarking on an epic race to be one of the first humans on Mars. Mars is firmly in the sights of space explorers the world over, with ambitious plans announced to set foot on the red planet as early as 2030s. Explore Mars puts readers at the heart of the new space race as they take on the role of an astronaut about to boldly go where no one has gone before. Explore Mars talks directly to the reader, preparing them for what to expect during their gruelling Martian mission – from mission training in some of Earth's most extreme environments, to surviving a 9-month journey through space in microgravity, to setting up a base on Mars and carrying out important research that could pave the way for future space settlement and unveil the secrets of our universe. Illustrated in a graphic, sci-fi style, this book is an immersive imaginary journey into the future for budding young space scientists.