A City on Mars

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Earth is in distress, and the allure of starting anew in space—free from climate change, war, and social media—grows stronger. Acclaimed authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith embarked on a quest to explore the future of space settlements, but their extensive research has led them to question the feasibility of this dream. While advancements in space technologies and business are promising, we still lack crucial knowledge about raising children, farming, and establishing nations in space without igniting conflict on Earth. As humanity moves toward expansion into the cosmos, the authors examine whether this dream could lead to nightmares for both settlers and those they leave behind. They tackle a plethora of questions about space, including the viability of having children in space, the governance of settlements, the potential for space warfare, and the implications of a housing crisis on the Moon. With a blend of expertise and humor, enhanced by illustrations from the creator of Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal, the Weinersmiths delve into profound inquiries about humanity's future and the complexities of becoming a multi-planetary species.