Mars as the Abode of Life (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Lowell, Percival

9781440082467: Mars as the Abode of Life (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1440082464 ISBN 13: 9781440082467

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Exploring Mars as a changing world and the search for life.

This book presents a bold view of Mars as an aging planet, its history shaped by planetary evolution and the scarce water that still hints at life. It surveys how Mars compares with Earth, explains the idea of canals and oases, and connects planetary science to the possible future of our own world.

From a pioneering observatory perspective, the work traces how Mars reveals the steps of planetary development, the role of heat and mass, and the way landscapes form as planets cool. It also examines long-debated questions about life, its origins, and how signs of life might be detected on another world, without overpromising the outcomes.

Learn how planetary evolution shapes a world’s climate, seas, and land
Understand the canal and oasis observations and what they might imply
See how Mars is used as a lens to think about Earth’s future
Discover the scientific method behind drawing conclusions from planetary data

Ideal for readers curious about planetary science, Mars, and enduring questions about life beyond Earth.

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Verlag: Forgotten Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
Sprache: Englisch
ISBN 10: 1440082464
ISBN 13: 9781440082467
Einband: Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten: 330
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Mars as the Abode of Life (Classic Reprint)

Percival Lowell

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10: 1440082464 ISBN 13: 9781440082467

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book takes you on a journey through the life cycle of planets, from their fiery beginnings to their eventual demise. Using the Earth, Mars, and the Moon as case studies, the author explores how a planet's size shapes its destiny, influencing everything from its surface features to the potential for life. By comparing the geological features of these celestial bodies, the author unveils a fascinating story of how landscapes are sculpted by internal heat and the relentless process of cooling. The presence of water, a crucial ingredient for life, is examined in detail, revealing its profound impact on the evolution of organisms. This book delves into the intriguing possibility of life on Mars, presenting evidence that suggests the Red Planet may have once harbored oceans and potentially still supports life in a different form. By drawing parallels between Mars and Earth's future, the author paints a thought-provoking picture of our own planet's fate. Ultimately, this book challenges us to broaden our perspective and recognize the interconnectedness of life and the cosmos. It leaves us with a deeper understanding of our place in the universe and the remarkable forces that shape the worlds around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781440082467_0

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