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The Grand Tour is a science fiction book series by Ben Bova, published between 1999 and 2008, that explores space exploration and technological development across multiple planets. Set in a near-future timeline, the series examines challenges faced by human missions to Mars, Jupiter, Venus, and other locations, often focusing on the intersection of science, politics, and human ambition. Recurring themes include the pursuit of knowledge, the impact of political movements on scientific progress, and the resilience of individuals in the face of adversity.
Books in this series
Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.
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Buy on Amazon1999 · Ben Bova
Jamie Waterman is named commander of a second mission to Mars, where he faces a destructive rivalry, emotional challenges, and a series of deadly…
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Jupiter is a science fiction novel by American writer Ben Bova. It is part of the Grand Tour series of novels and was first published in 2000.…
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Venus is a science fiction novel by American writer Ben Bova, part of the Grand Tour series, first published in 2000. It follows Van Humphries, son…
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The Precipice is a 2001 science fiction novel by Hugo Award winner Ben Bova, part of the Grand Tour series and the first book in The Asteroid Wars…
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The story chronicles the chain of events which leads Mance Bracknell, a shy but gifted engineering student, from the pinnacle of success to the…
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2005 · Ben Bova
Powersat is a 2005 science fiction novel written by Ben Bova. It is part of the Grand Tour series, though it was published after many of the other…
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Jamie Waterman discovered a cliff dwelling on Mars and learned that an intelligent race once lived on the planet 65 million years ago, before being…
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What order should I read the Grand Tour books in?
Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “Return to Mars”.
How many books are in the Grand Tour series?
We list 9 books by Ben Bova , published between 1999–2020.
Where can I buy the Grand Tour books?
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