Mars - Hardcover

""Mars"" is a book written by Percival Lowell, an American astronomer, and published in 1895. The book is a comprehensive study of the planet Mars, which was believed to be inhabited by intelligent beings at the time of its publication. Lowell's work is based on his observations of the planet through a telescope, as well as on data collected by other astronomers.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a general introduction to Mars, including its physical characteristics, its position in the solar system, and its history of observation. The second part is a detailed analysis of Lowell's observations, including his famous maps of the planet's surface features, such as canals and oases.Throughout the book, Lowell argues that the canals on Mars are evidence of an advanced civilization that has built an elaborate system of irrigation to support its population. He also speculates on the nature of the Martian climate, geography, and biology, and suggests that the planet may be a potential site for human colonization in the future.Despite its scientific shortcomings, ""Mars"" was a popular and influential book in its time, and helped to fuel public interest in the possibility of life on other planets. It remains a fascinating historical document and a testament to the human desire to explore and understand the universe beyond our own planet.Description of canals and oases of Mars by astronomer Perceval Lowell, placed here because, hey, at least he meant well.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.