The Martian, written by Andy Weir, is a gripping science fiction novel that tells the story of astronaut Mark Watney, who is stranded alone on Mars after his crew mistakenly leaves him behind. With limited supplies and no way to communicate with Earth, Watney must use his ingenuity and scientific knowledge to survive. The novel combines elements of survivalism, humor, and hard science fiction to create a thrilling and realistic portrayal of life on Mars.