The First City on Mars: An Urban Planner’s Guide to Settling the Red Planet

“Hollander’s writing style is clear and easy to follow as he makes his key points. He provides ties between chapters and frequently summarizes main ideas. … I found Hollander’s book helpful in understanding what planning principles can contribute to design of extraterrestrial habitation. This book would be useful for a course introducing extraterrestrial settings as a blank canvas for practicing the application of planning principles.” (Kenneth S. Coles, Journal of Urban Affairs, June 4, 2024)

“Throughout the book, Hollander applies his knowledge in an accessible way, illustrating points with figures from historical sources, as well as images of possible settlements pulled (with permission) from the latest studies on the subject. Overall, the book provides a highly researched and perfectly timed foundation into how humans can anticipate the needs of the future, and plan off-world colonies that are humane, sustainable, and beautiful places to live.” (nature astronomy, Vol. 7, May, 2023)

“The book is rich and detailed, yet easy-to-read – and certain to engage any space enthusiast” (Ian Randall, physicsworld.com, March 15, 2023)