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paperback. Condition: New. "Product Description#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Brilliant . . . a celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years . . . utterly compelling."-The Wall Street JournalThe inspiration for the major motion pictureSix 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?NAMED ONE OF PASTE'S BEST NOVELS OF THE DECADE"A hugely entertaining novel [that] reads like a rocket ship afire . . . Weir has fashioned in Mark Watney one of the most appealing, funny, and resourceful characters in recent fiction."-Chicago Tribune"As gripping as they come . . . You'll be rooting for Watney the whole way, groaning at every setback and laughing at his pitchblack humor. Utterly nail-biting and memorable."-Financial TimesReview"Brillianta celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many yearsUtterly compelling."--Wall Street Journal"Terrific stuff, a crackling good read that devotees of space travel will devour like candysucceeds on several levels and for a variety of reasons, not least of which is its surprising plausibility."-USA Today"An impressively geeky debutthe technical details keep the story relentlessly precise and the suspense ramped up. And really, how can anyone not root for a regular dude to prove the U-S-A still has the Right Stuff?"--Entertainment Weekly"Gripping[features] a hero who can solve almost every problem while still being hilarious. It's hard not to be swept up in [Weir's] vision and root for every one of these characters. Grade: A."-AVClub.com"Andy Weir delivers with The Martian.a story for readers who enjoy thrillers, science fiction, non-fiction, or flat-out adventure [and] an authentic portrayal of the future of space travel."--Associated Press"A gripping tale of survival in space [that] harkens back to the early days of science fiction by masters such as Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke."--San Jose Mercury News"One of the best thrillers I've read in a long time. It feels so real it could almost be nonfiction, and yet it has the narrative drive and power of a rocket launch. This is Apollo 13 times ten."--Douglas Preston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Impact and Blasphemy"A book I just couldn't put down! It has the very rare combination of a good, original story, interestingly real characters and fascinating technical accuracyreads like "MacGyver" meets "Mysterious Island."--Astronaut Chris Hadfield, Commander of the International Space Station and author of An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth"The best book I've read in ages. Clear your schedule before you crack the seal. This story will take your breath away faster than a hull breech. Smart, funny, and white-knuckle intense, The Martian is everything you want from a novel."--Hugh Howey, New York Times bestselling author of Wool"The Martian kicked my ass! Weir has crafted a relentlessly entertaining and inventive survival thriller, a MacGyver-trapped-on-Mars tale that feels just as real and harrowing as the true story of Apollo 13."-Ernest Cline, New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player".

paperback. Condition: New. Reprint. "Product DescriptionSelected for common reading at North Lake CollegeNominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American ReadSix 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?Review"Brillianta celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many yearsUtterly compelling."--Wall Street Journal"Terrific stuff, a crackling good read that devotees of space travel will devour like candysucceeds on several levels and for a variety of reasons, not least of which is its surprising plausibility."-USA Today"An impressively geeky debutthe technical details keep the story relentlessly precise and the suspense ramped up. And really, how can anyone not root for a regular dude to prove the U-S-A still has the Right Stuff?"--Entertainment Weekly"Gripping[features] a hero who can solve almost every problem while still being hilarious. It's hard not to be swept up in [Weir's] vision and root for every one of these characters. Grade: A."-AVClub.com"Andy Weir delivers with The Martian.a story for readers who enjoy thrillers, science fiction, non-fiction, or flat-out adventure [and] an authentic portrayal of the future of space travel."--Associated Press"A gripping tale of survival in space [that] harkens back to the early days of science fiction by masters such as Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke."--San Jose Mercury News"One of the best thrillers I've read in a long time. It feels so real it could almost be nonfiction, and yet it has the narrative drive and power of a rocket launch. This is Apollo 13 times ten."--Douglas Preston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Impact and Blasphemy"A book I just couldn't put down! It has the very rare combination of a good, original story, interestingly real characters and fascinating technical accuracyreads like "MacGyver" meets "Mysterious Island."--Astronaut Chris Hadfield, Commander of the International Space Station and author of An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth"The best book I've read in ages. Clear your schedule before you crack the seal. This story will take your breath away faster than a hull breech. Smart, funny, and white-knuckle intense, The Martian is everything you want from a novel."--Hugh Howey, New York Times bestselling author of Wool"The Martian kicked my ass! Weir has crafted a relentlessly entertaining and inventive survival thriller, a MacGyver-trapped-on-Mars tale that feels just as real and harrowing as the true story of Apollo 13."-Ernest Cline, New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One"Grippingshapes up like Defoe's Robinson Crusoe as written by someone brighter."--Larry Niven, multiple Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author of the Ringworld series and Lucifer's Hammer"Humankind is only as strong as the challenges it faces, and The Martian pits human ingenuity (laced with more humor than you'd expect) against the greatest endeavor of our time - survival on Mars. A great read with an inspiring attention to technical detail and surprising emotional depth. Loved it!"--Daniel H. Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of R".

paperback. Condition: New. Reprint. "Product DescriptionThe bestselling author of The Martian returns with an irresistible new near-future thriller-a heist story set on the moon.Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich.Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity's first and only lunar colony. Just rich enough to move out of her coffin-sized apartment and eat something better than flavored algae. Rich enough to pay off a debt she's owed for a long time.So when a chance at a huge score finally comes her way, Jazz can't say no. Sure, it requires her to graduate from small-time smuggler to full-on criminal mastermind. And it calls for a particular combination of cunning, technical skills, and large explosions-not to mention sheer brazen swagger. But Jazz has never run into a challenge her intellect can't handle, and she figures she's got the 'swagger' part down.The trouble is, engineering the perfect crime is just the start of Jazz's problems. Because her little heist is about to land her in the middle of a conspiracy for control of Artemis itself.Trapped between competing forces, pursued by a killer and the law alike, even Jazz has to admit she's in way over her head. She'll have to hatch a truly spectacular scheme to have a chance at staying alive and saving her city.Jazz is no hero, but she is a very good criminal.That'll have to do.Propelled by its heroine's wisecracking voice, set in a city that's at once stunningly imagined and intimately familiar, and brimming over with clever problem-solving and heist-y fun, Artemis is another irresistible brew of science, suspense, and humor from #1 bestselling author Andy Weir.ReviewPraise for Artemis:"An action-packed techno-thriller of the first orderthe perfect vehicle for humans who want to escape, if only for a time, the severe gravity of planet earth. The pages fly by."-USA Today"Revitalizes the Lunar-colony scenario, with the author's characteristic blend of engineering know-how and survival suspense.Jazz is a great heroine, tough with a soft core, crooked with inner honesty."-Wall Street Journal"Smart and sharpWeir has done it again [with] a sci-fi crowd pleaser made for the big screen."-Salon.com"Makes cutting-edge science sexy and relevantWeir has created a realistic and fascinating future society, and every detail feels authentic and scientifically sound." -Associated Press"Out-of-this-world storytelling."-Houston Chronicle"Weir excels when it comes to geeky references, snarky humour and scenes of ingenious scientific problem-solving." -Financial Times"Weir has done the impossible-he's topped The Martian with a sci-fi-noir-thriller set in a city on the moon. What more do you want from life? Go read it!"- Blake Crouch, New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter"Everything you could hope for in a follow-up to The Martian: another smart, fun, fast-paced adventure that you won't be able to put down." - Ernest Cline, New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One"A superior near-future thrillerwith a healthy dose of humor." -Publishers Weekly (starred review)"An exciting, whip-smart, funny thrill-rideone of the best science fiction novels of the year." -Booklist (starred review)"Narrated by a kick-ass leading lady, this thriller has it all - a smart plot, laugh-out-loud funny moments, and really cool science." -Library Journal (starred review)Praise for The Martian:"Brillianta celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years." -Wall Street Journal"A gripping survival story." -New York Times"Terrifica crackling good read."-USA Today"A marvelRobinson Crusoe in a space suit."-Washington Post"Impressively geekythe technical details keep the story relentlessly precise and the suspense ramped up." -Entertainment Weekly"A story for readers who enjoy thrillers, science fiction, non-fiction, or flat-out adventure".

paperback. Condition: New. Product Description#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of The Martian, a lone astronaut must save the earth from disaster in this "propulsive" (Entertainment Weekly), cinematic thriller full of suspense, humor, and fascinating science-in development as a major motion picture starring Ryan Gosling.HUGO AWARD FINALIST ONE OF THE YEAR'S BEST BOOKS: Bill Gates, GatesNotes, New York Public Library, Parade, Newsweek, Polygon, Shelf Awareness, She Reads, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal "An epic story of redemption, discovery and cool speculative sci-fi."-USA Today"If you loved The Martian, you'll go crazy for Weir's latest."-The Washington PostRyland Grace is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission-and if he fails, humanity and the earth itself will perish.Except that right now, he doesn't know that. He can't even remember his own name, let alone the nature of his assignment or how to complete it.All he knows is that he's been asleep for a very, very long time. And he's just been awakened to find himself millions of miles from home, with nothing but two corpses for company.His crewmates dead, his memories fuzzily returning, Ryland realizes that an impossible task now confronts him. Hurtling through space on this tiny ship, it's up to him to puzzle out an impossible scientific mystery-and conquer an extinction-level threat to our species.And with the clock ticking down and the nearest human being light-years away, he's got to do it all alone.Or does he?An irresistible interstellar adventure as only Andy Weir could deliver, Project Hail Mary is a tale of discovery, speculation, and survival to rival The Martian-while taking us to places it never dreamed of going.Review"A crowd-pleaser on the grandest scale."-The Boston Globe"An engaging space odyssey."-The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice)"Dazzling."-Vulture"Funny, well plotted, and full of surprises."-The Guardian"A joy to read."-Locus"The ultimate page-turner."-Daily Mail"Weir spins a space yarn in a way only he can. Fans of his earlier works won't be disappointed."-Newsweek"Andy Weir proves once again that he is a singular talent. Project Hail Mary is so fascinating and propulsive that it's downright addictive. From the first page as Ryland wakes up not knowing who or where he is, I was hooked."-Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six"Reading Project Hail Mary is like going on a field trip to outer space with the best science teacher you've ever had-and your class assignment is to save the world. This is one of the most original, compelling, and fun voyages I've ever taken."-Ernest Cline, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One"Two worlds in peril, a competent (but flawed and human) man, a competent alien, unending scientific puzzles to unravel, with humanity itself at risk, this one has everything fans of old school SF (like me) love. If you like a lot of science in your science fiction, Andy Weir is the writer for you."-George R. R. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of A Game of Thrones"I loved The Martian, but I actually find Project Hail Mary to be Mr. Weir's finest work to date. It's somehow both exciting, yet also personal. I'm constantly amazed by how well Mr. Weir continues to write wonderfully accessible science fiction without compromising either the science or the fiction."-Brandon Sanderson, New York Times bestselling author of the Stormlight Archive series"Brilliantly funny and enjoyable . . . one of the most plausible science fiction books I've ever read."-Tim Peake, ESA astronaut and internationally bestselling author of Limitless"Thrilling doesn't even begin to describe Project Hail Mary, which is undisputedly the best book I've read in a very, very long time . . . I cheered, I laughed (a lot), I cried, and when the twist arrived and the book revealed its true target, my jaw hit the floor. Mark my words: Project Hail.

hardcover. Condition: New. First Edition. "Product DescriptionThe bestselling author of The Martian returns with an irresistible new near-future thriller-a heist story set on the moon.Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich.Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity's first and only lunar colony. Just rich enough to move out of her coffin-sized apartment and eat something better than flavored algae. Rich enough to pay off a debt she's owed for a long time.So when a chance at a huge score finally comes her way, Jazz can't say no. Sure, it requires her to graduate from small-time smuggler to full-on criminal mastermind. And it calls for a particular combination of cunning, technical skills, and large explosions-not to mention sheer brazen swagger. But Jazz has never run into a challenge her intellect can't handle, and she figures she's got the 'swagger' part down.The trouble is, engineering the perfect crime is just the start of Jazz's problems. Because her little heist is about to land her in the middle of a conspiracy for control of Artemis itself.Trapped between competing forces, pursued by a killer and the law alike, even Jazz has to admit she's in way over her head. She'll have to hatch a truly spectacular scheme to have a chance at staying alive and saving her city.Jazz is no hero, but she is a very good criminal.That'll have to do.Propelled by its heroine's wisecracking voice, set in a city that's at once stunningly imagined and intimately familiar, and brimming over with clever problem-solving and heist-y fun, Artemis is another irresistible brew of science, suspense, and humor from #1 bestselling author Andy Weir.ReviewPraise for Artemis:"An action-packed techno-thriller of the first orderthe perfect vehicle for humans who want to escape, if only for a time, the severe gravity of planet earth. The pages fly by."-USA Today"Revitalizes the Lunar-colony scenario, with the author's characteristic blend of engineering know-how and survival suspense.Jazz is a great heroine, tough with a soft core, crooked with inner honesty."-Wall Street Journal"Smart and sharpWeir has done it again [with] a sci-fi crowd pleaser made for the big screen."-Salon.com"Makes cutting-edge science sexy and relevantWeir has created a realistic and fascinating future society, and every detail feels authentic and scientifically sound." -Associated Press"Out-of-this-world storytelling."-Houston Chronicle"Weir excels when it comes to geeky references, snarky humour and scenes of ingenious scientific problem-solving." -Financial Times"Weir has done the impossible-he's topped The Martian with a sci-fi-noir-thriller set in a city on the moon. What more do you want from life? Go read it!"- Blake Crouch, New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter"Everything you could hope for in a follow-up to The Martian: another smart, fun, fast-paced adventure that you won't be able to put down." - Ernest Cline, New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One"A superior near-future thrillerwith a healthy dose of humor." -Publishers Weekly (starred review)"An exciting, whip-smart, funny thrill-rideone of the best science fiction novels of the year." -Booklist (starred review)"Narrated by a kick-ass leading lady, this thriller has it all - a smart plot, laugh-out-loud funny moments, and really cool science." -Library Journal (starred review)Praise for The Martian:"Brillianta celebration of human ingenuity [and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years." -Wall Street Journal"A gripping survival story." -New York Times"Terrifica crackling good read."-USA Today"A marvelRobinson Crusoe in a space suit."-Washington Post"Impressively geekythe technical details keep the story relentlessly precise and the suspense ramped up." -Entertainment Weekly"A story for readers who enjoy thrillers, science fiction, non-fiction, or flat-out adventure".

hardcover. Condition: New. 1st. Product Description#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of The Martian, a lone astronaut must save the earth from disaster in this "propulsive" (Entertainment Weekly), cinematic thriller full of suspense, humor, and fascinating science-in development as a major motion picture starring Ryan Gosling.HUGO AWARD FINALIST ONE OF THE YEAR'S BEST BOOKS: Bill Gates, GatesNotes, New York Public Library, Parade, Newsweek, Polygon, Shelf Awareness, She Reads, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal "An epic story of redemption, discovery and cool speculative sci-fi."-USA Today"If you loved The Martian, you'll go crazy for Weir's latest."-The Washington PostRyland Grace is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission-and if he fails, humanity and the earth itself will perish.Except that right now, he doesn't know that. He can't even remember his own name, let alone the nature of his assignment or how to complete it.All he knows is that he's been asleep for a very, very long time. And he's just been awakened to find himself millions of miles from home, with nothing but two corpses for company.His crewmates dead, his memories fuzzily returning, Ryland realizes that an impossible task now confronts him. Hurtling through space on this tiny ship, it's up to him to puzzle out an impossible scientific mystery-and conquer an extinction-level threat to our species.And with the clock ticking down and the nearest human being light-years away, he's got to do it all alone.Or does he?An irresistible interstellar adventure as only Andy Weir could deliver, Project Hail Mary is a tale of discovery, speculation, and survival to rival The Martian-while taking us to places it never dreamed of going.Amazon.com ReviewAn Amazon Best Book of May 2021: As Ryland Grace awakens from a coma, he doesn't know who he is or where he is, but a mix of calculations, deductions, and slowly returning memories enlightens him: He's a junior high school science teacher on a small space ship. His mission? Save Earth. As in The Martian, Weir makes science and problem solving not only cool but absolutely essential to survival, delivering an electrifying space adventure that yanks at both the gut and the heart strings. Readers will absorb facts about gravity and heavy metals even as Grace races against the clock and builds an unexpected partnership while hurtling through the cold depths of space. -Adrian Liang, Amazon Book ReviewReview"A crowd-pleaser on the grandest scale."-The Boston Globe"An engaging space odyssey."-The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice)"Dazzling."-Vulture"Funny, well plotted, and full of surprises."-The Guardian"A joy to read."-Locus"The ultimate page-turner."-Daily Mail"Weir spins a space yarn in a way only he can. Fans of his earlier works won't be disappointed."-Newsweek"Andy Weir proves once again that he is a singular talent. Project Hail Mary is so fascinating and propulsive that it's downright addictive. From the first page as Ryland wakes up not knowing who or where he is, I was hooked."-Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six"Reading Project Hail Mary is like going on a field trip to outer space with the best science teacher you've ever had-and your class assignment is to save the world. This is one of the most original, compelling, and fun voyages I've ever taken."-Ernest Cline, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ready Player One"Two worlds in peril, a competent (but flawed and human) man, a competent alien, unending scientific puzzles to unravel, with humanity itself at risk, this one has everything fans of old school SF (like me) love. If you like a lot of science in your science fiction, Andy Weir is the writer for you."-George R. R. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of A Game of Thrones"I loved The Martian, but I actually find Project Hail Mary to be Mr. Weir's finest work to date. It's somehow both exciting, yet also perso.

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