ASTRONOMY COURSE - Volume 6 - MARS: The Red Planet

By Antonio Loiacono

Mars - An Educational Astronomy Book is a complete and accessible journey of discovery into the Red Planet, designed for students, astronomy enthusiasts, science communicators, and anyone curious about space.

From its origin in the Solar System to its internal structure, from its cratered surface to the giant volcanoes of Tharsis, from Valles Marineris to the polar ice caps, this volume guides readers through the geological, climatic, and scientific history of Mars. The book also explores key topics such as the presence of water in the past, the moons Phobos and Deimos, robotic exploration, the search for possible traces of life, planetary protection, and the future of human exploration.

With an informative yet rigorous style, the text combines clear explanations, educational images, comparative fact sheets, timelines, a glossary, and scientific references, offering an organized and engaging overview of the Martian world. Mars is presented not only as a planet close to Earth, but also as a natural laboratory for understanding the evolution of rocky planets, the loss of atmosphere, the role of water, and the conditions necessary for habitability.

An ideal book for anyone who wants to learn about Mars in a complete, visual, and scientifically grounded way: from the ancient past of the Red Planet to future human missions.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H17KKDWJ
• ISBN13: 9798196230165
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 115 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"