All Over the Page - The Martian

This month we will be discussing The Martian by Andy Weir. The discussion will be facilitated by Mik Burns.

Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now, he's sure he'll be the first person to die there.

After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he's alive--and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive. 

Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first. 

But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills--and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit--he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him?

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Facilitator Mik Burns found his passion for fantastical worlds through science fiction and fantasy novels. His diverse interests extend to board and tabletop games, LEGO, and the immersive world of comic books, which he credits with teaching him how to read as a kid. His blend of creative hobbies and academic background brings a vibrant and dynamic perspective to his storytelling and love of books.