{"title":"Francis Rocard","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrancis Rocard’s works invite readers to explore the intersection of space exploration and artistic expression. With a focus on celestial themes, his books often delve into the cultural and imaginative aspects of our fascination with other worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect thoughtful reflections that blend scientific curiosity with creative insight, offering a unique perspective on humanity’s relationship with the cosmos. His writing is well-suited for those interested in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e through the lens of space and discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"this-is-mars-by-nicolas-mangold-9781597114158","title":"This Is Mars","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis Is Mars\u003c\/em\u003e offers a thrilling visual experience of the surface of the red planet. The multi-award-winning French editor and designer Xavier Barral has chosen and composed photographic frames, drawn from the comprehensive photographic map of Mars made by the U.S. observation satellite MRO (Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter), to revel in the wonder of Mars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Yann Arthus-Bertrand did with a light aircraft for \u003cem\u003eThe Earth from the Air\u003c\/em\u003e, Barral does for Mars—by scouring tens of thousands of gigabytes of satellite photographs available from NASA, seeking out the most distinct images of the planet's surface. The result is visionary—a great science book, a unique artist's book, and a stunning object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs are accompanied by an introduction from research scientist Alfred S. McEwen, principal investigator of the HiRISE telescope; an essay by astrophysicist Francis Rocard, who explains the story of Mars's origins and its evolution; and a timeline by geophysicist Nicolas Mangold, who demystifies some of Mars's geological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow available as a mid-sized, accessibly priced edition, \u003cem\u003eThis Is Mars\u003c\/em\u003e will excite lovers of great photobooks, and everyone curious about the universe and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428350410988,"sku":"9781597114158","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781597114158.jpg?v=1774496974"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/francis-rocard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}