The Martian Chronicles: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

This is a collection of science fiction short stories, cleverly cobbled together to form a coherent and very readable novel about a future colonization of Mars. As the stories progress chronologically the author tells how the first humans colonized Mars, initially sharing the planet with a handful of Martians. When Earth is devastated by nuclear war the colony is left to fend for itself and the colonists determine to build a new Earth on Mars.
Quick facts about The Martian Chronicles
- Title: The Martian Chronicles
- Author: Ray Bradbury
- First published: 1950
- Genre: american science fiction, ciencia-ficción, drama
- OpenLibrary ID: OL103134W
Where to read The Martian Chronicles
The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Martian Chronicles about?
This is a collection of science fiction short stories, cleverly cobbled together to form a coherent and very readable novel about a future colonization of Mars.
Who wrote The Martian Chronicles?
The Martian Chronicles was written by Ray Bradbury.
When was The Martian Chronicles published?
The Martian Chronicles was first published in 1950.



