{"product_id":"nwa-16788-sandra-f-morrison-9798294062033","title":"Nwa 16788: The Largest Martian Rock on Earth: The Story of How a Piece of Mars Sold for $5.3 Million","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDiscover the story behind the largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth and the $5.3 million auction that captured the world's attention.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn November 2023, a massive meteorite, NWA 16788, was discovered in the remote Agadez region of Niger. Weighing 54 pounds, this rare Martian rock is over 70% larger than any known Martian meteorite on Earth. But the journey of NWA 16788 didn't end there. The meteorite's incredible size and history made it the most valuable of its kind, selling for a staggering $5.3 million at a Sotheby's New York auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eNWA 16788: The Largest Martian Rock on Earth\u003c\/i\u003e, Sandra F. Morrison unravels the fascinating journey of this meteorite-from its explosive departure from Mars to its awe-inspiring arrival on Earth. Explore the science, the auction drama, and the enduring allure of Mars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy you should read this book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about the rare and valuable Martian meteorites that have captured the interest of collectors and scientists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover the powerful scientific insights that meteorites like NWA 16788 can reveal about Mars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how a piece of Mars made its way from the Red Planet to a record-breaking auction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet a behind-the-scenes look at the cultural fascination with owning pieces of space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're captivated by space exploration, rare discoveries, or the mysteries of Mars, \u003ci\u003eNWA 16788\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read. Add it to your collection today and take a journey to the Red Planet like never before!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sandra F. Morrison\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798294062033\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/24\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 98\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.31lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.20d","brand":"Sandra F. Morrison","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48997050712319,"sku":"9798294062033","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/nwa-16788-sandra-f-morrison-9798294062033","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}