About the Author

William K. Hartmann, first winner of the Carl Sagan Medal, is the author of the novel Mars "Underground "and many highly regarded popular and academic scientific works; his photo-essay book, " Desert Heart," is a hauntingly beautiful testament to the Southwest he loves. A planetary scientist, he lives in Tucson, Arizona.

Reviews

An exciting depiction of the coming decades on Mars--and some of the surprises that might await us."--Buzz Aldrin
"Handsomely written."--Ray Bradbury
"Hartman brings Mars to life in a way few others have."--Greg Bear