How We'll Live On Mars Petranek, Stephen

Stephen Petranek makes living on Mars feel less like science fiction and more like an inevitable next chapter for humanity. This compact, thoroughly researched guide walks you through the practicalities of Martian colonisation—from building habitats and growing food to the economics and politics of becoming an interplanetary species. Petranek draws on interviews with Elon Musk, NASA scientists, and engineers to paint a surprisingly near-future vision that's both thrilling and grounded in real science. Perfect for space enthusiasts, curious futurists, and anyone who's ever looked up at the red planet and wondered 'what if?'