The Martian is a science fiction novel by Andy Weir. It was his debut novel and was originally self-published in 2011. The novel was later picked up by a traditional publishing house and released in 2014. It was a commercial and critical success, winning the 2015 Hugo Award for Best Novel.
The novel is set in the near future and follows the story of Mark Watney, an American astronaut who is stranded on Mars after his crewmates are forced to evacuate during a severe dust storm. With no way to communicate with Earth, Watney must find a way to survive on the hostile planet until he can be rescued.
The novel has been praised for its realistic portrayal of science and engineering, as well as its suspenseful and fast-paced plot.
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