Green Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson
In the sequel to the epic tale of Martian colonization, the narrative continues to follow the struggles and developments of the settlers as they advance their terraforming efforts on the Red Planet. The second installment delves deeper into the political, social, and ecological challenges faced by the burgeoning Martian society. As the planet's surface begins to turn green with the spread of plant life, the colonists grapple with the complexities of creating a new world, dealing with the conflicting interests of Earth's transnational corporations, and the emergence of unique Martian cultural and political identities. The story weaves together the lives of the original colonists and the new generation of Martians, exploring themes of revolution, adaptation, and the human spirit's unyielding quest for a better future.
The 6428th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 640-784
- Words
- 300,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 90th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel (Locus Awards)
- The 100 Best Science Fiction Books of All Time (Tor)