The Martian

About this book

A brand-new production of Andy Weirs modern sci-fi classic narrated by the incomparable Wil Wheaton and featuring bonus content from the writings of Mark Watney. Six days ago astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first people to walk on Mars. Now hes sure hell 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 hes alive - and even if he could get word out his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive. Chances are though he wont 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 isnt 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? Wil Wheaton who has lent his voice to sci-fi blockbusters like Ready Player One and Redshirts breathes new life (and plenty of sarcasm) into the iconic character of Mark Watney making this edition a must-listen for both longtime fans of The Martian and new listeners alike. BONUS MATERIAL: This edition includes the following extras: Diary of an AssCan - Mark Watney new astronaut I Made It! - A happy letter to Mom Car Trouble - A somewhat sad letter to Mom The Earthling - A postscript. Available for the first time in this recording