
Mercury
by:
Ben Bova
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0765343142
ISBN 13: 9780765343147
Publication date:
March 7th, 2006
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 334
Genres: Science Fiction, History
In the depths of the solar system, Mercury stands as a silent witness to the vastness of time and space. As the closest planet to the Sun, its harsh, inhospitable landscape tells the tale of extremes – blistering temperatures during the day and icy nights. Yet, beneath its seemingly lifeless surface, Mercury holds secrets waiting to be unveiled. The relentless grasp of the Sun's fiery embrace conceals possibilities that could reshape humanity's understanding of survival and exploration in the cosmos.
The narrative explores the intrigue and peril that arises when pioneers set their sights on this elusive frontier. Driven by curiosity and the quest for knowledge, they venture into the unknown, confronting the challenges of a world that oscillates between extremes. As they navigate the complexities of Mercury's environment, they also grapple with the haunting question of what it means to be human in the face of such an unforgiving landscape. The journey transforms not only their perceptions of the planet but also their very beings, highlighting the resilience of humanity amidst the harshest conditions.
The narrative explores the intrigue and peril that arises when pioneers set their sights on this elusive frontier. Driven by curiosity and the quest for knowledge, they venture into the unknown, confronting the challenges of a world that oscillates between extremes. As they navigate the complexities of Mercury's environment, they also grapple with the haunting question of what it means to be human in the face of such an unforgiving landscape. The journey transforms not only their perceptions of the planet but also their very beings, highlighting the resilience of humanity amidst the harshest conditions.