The Martian Chapter 10 Quotes

The Martian Chapter 10 Quotes

How we cite the quotes:
(Chapter.Paragraph)

Mark Watney

Quote 1

At first, I figured it was my duty [...] But then it started to get fun. Now, as I drive, I look forward to that simple act of bagging rocks. (10.8)

You know you're a science nerd when you can have fun picking up rocks. After having more brushes with death than he can count, Mark takes comfort in something as simple and as logical as geology. It must be a relief to simply be a scientist again.

Mark Watney

Quote 2

Home sweet home! Today I write from my gigantic, cavernous Hab! (10.24)

The Hab is Mark's home away from home. It provides him shelter, food, and—most importantly–-a little bit of relaxation. It's not much, but it'll have to do.

Mark Watney

Quote 3

It got a little cramped. And by "a little cramped" I mean "we wanted to kill each other." I'd give anything to be in that cramped capsule with those guys again. (10.21-22)

Of course, it's not all sunshine and daisies—there's no way that six people can live together without any conflict. The important part is that they all eventually get back together, no matter what petty squabbles they might have had. In a way, it's a lot like living in a college dorm—except, you know, the whole space part.