Are we Martians?

Author: Li Jixin
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book integrates disciplines such as history, culture, archaeology, geology, biology, meteorology, and even astronomy, tracing the timeline of human understanding and exploration of Mars. It begins with ancient China's perception of space and Mars, particularly the astrological concept of "the planet of war (Mars) guarding the heart," which arose from Mars' retrograde motion. It then explores Western society's knowledge and exploration of Mars, discussing Copernicus' discovery of the "heliocentric theory," which led to the divergence of modern Chinese and Western civilizations. Through telescope observations, spacecraft flybys, orbital entries, Mars' moons, and the massive floods that once occurred on Mars, readers are guided to understand Mars and the broader universe. Finally, the book discusses the possibility of life on Mars and one of the models for the origin of life on Earth that cannot be ruled out—namely, the close connection between Martian and Earth life. This book offers a broad perspective, accurate information, advanced content, and clear explanations. After reading it, you will gain the latest knowledge about Mars in the world today, making it an invaluable science popularization book.