A Passion for Mars

Andrew Chaikin talked about his book, A Passion for Mars: Intrepid Explorers of the Red Planet, published by Abrams. He talked about the his… read more

Andrew Chaikin talked about his book, A Passion for Mars: Intrepid Explorers of the Red Planet, published by Abrams. He talked about the history of Mars exploration starting with the end of the 19th century up to the present day. He also talked about the myths and theories that have surrounded Mars and how they changed as space exploration became more advanced. Mr. Chaikin showed photos of Mars during the presentation, and then, he responded to audience members' question.

Andrew Chaikin, former advisor to NASA and a commentator for NPR’s “Morning Edition,” is the author of A Man on the Moon: The Triumphant Story of the Apollo Space Program. Mr. Chaikin has worked as an editor at Sky and Telescope magazine and Popular Science. close

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A Passion for Mars

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Program ID:
282620-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Manchester Center, Vermont, United States
First Aired:
Dec 20, 2008 | 2:42pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Feb 21, 2010 | 4:00am EST | C-SPAN 3

Airing Details

  • Dec 20, 2008 | 2:42pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 01, 2009 | 4:00pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 02, 2009 | 3:59am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 14, 2009 | 6:59pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 15, 2009 | 10:05am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 16, 2009 | 6:39am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 20, 2010 | 10:00am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 20, 2010 | 4:03pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 20, 2010 | 10:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 21, 2010 | 4:00am EST | C-SPAN 3
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