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The Rock from Mars: A Detective Story on Two Planets,Used
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In this riveting book, acclaimed journalist Kathy Sawyer reveals the deepest mysteries of space and some of the most disturbing truths on Earth. The Rock from Mars is the story of how two planets and the spheres of politics and science all collided at the end of the twentieth century.It began sixteen million years ago. An asteroid crashing into Mars sent fragments flying into space and, eons later, one was pulled by the Earths gravity onto an icy wilderness near the southern pole. There, in 1984, a geologist named Roberta Score spotted it, launching it on a roundabout path to fame and controversy.In its new home at NASAs Johnson Space Center in Houston, the rock languished on a shelf for nine years, a victim of mistaken identity. Then, in 1993, the geochemist Donald Duck Mittlefehldt, unmasked the rock as a Martian meteorite. Before long, specialist Chris Romanek detected signs of onceliving organisms on the meteorite. And the obscure rock became a rock star.But how did nine respected investigators come to make such startling claims about the rock that they triggered one of the most venomous scientific battles in modern memory? The narrative traces the steps that led to this risky move and follows the rippling impact on the scientists lives, the future of space exploration, the search for life on Mars, and the struggle to understand the origins of life on Earth.From the second the story broke in Science magazine in 1996, it spawned waves of excitement, envy, competitive zeal, and calculation. In academia, in government agencies, in laboratories around the world, and even in the Oval Officewhere an inquisitive President Clinton had received the news in secret players of all kinds plotted their next moves. Among them: David McKay, the dynamic geologist associated with the first moon landing, who labored to achieve at long last a second success; Bill Schopf of UCLA, a researcher determined to remain at the top of his field and the first to challenge McKays claims; Dan Goldin, the boss of NASA; and Dick Morris, the controversial presidential adviser who wanted to use the story for Clintons reelection and unfortunately made sure it ended up in the diary of a $200anhour call girl.Impeccably researched and thrillingly involving, Kathy Sawyers The Rock from Mars is an exemplary work of modern nonfiction, a vivid account of the alltoohuman highstakes drive to learn our true place in the cosmic scheme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Rock from Mars: A Detective Story on Two Planets' about? A: This book by Kathy Sawyer explores the story of a Martian meteorite that sparked scientific controversies and debates about the origins of life on Mars and Earth.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Kathy Sawyer, an acclaimed journalist known for her investigative writing on science and space.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is readable and intact.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Rock from Mars'? A: The book contains 416 pages, providing a comprehensive look into the subject matter.
- Q: When was 'The Rock from Mars' published? A: The book was published on February 14, 2006.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition is a hardcover, which typically offers better durability and a more polished appearance.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers topics related to astronomy, space exploration, and the scientific investigation of a Martian meteorite.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in science? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and provides insights into scientific debates, making it suitable for readers interested in science and astronomy.
- Q: Does the book discuss the implications of the findings on life in space? A: Yes, it delves into the implications of discovering signs of life on Mars and how it affects our understanding of life on Earth.
- Q: Can I find this book in different formats? A: Currently, this listing is for a hardcover edition, but availability of other formats may vary by retailer.