PLEASE NOTE: This is an unofficial summary and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. The Martian by Andy Weir - A 15-minute Summary & Analysis Preview: The Martian is a science fiction novel by Andy Weir set on the surface of Mars. The novel follows the attempted rescue of Mark Watney, an astronaut accidently left behind on Mars. Mark Watney, an astronaut, and his five crewmates were leaving the planet Mars when Watney became separated from...