Literature
The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress
Robert A. Heinlein · 1966
Lindy Score
5,334·Classic
60 yrs
Age
2
Endorsers
Why it endured
Luna's colonists rebel against Earth's government with the help of a sentient computer. Heinlein's most libertarian novel — and his most technically detailed.
What they're saying
2 people recommend this book
Bill GatesCo-founder of Microsoft
“I read every book by Edgar Rice Burroughs and Robert Heinlein. (The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress was a particular favorite.)”
Elon MuskCEO of Tesla & SpaceX
“I think [The Moon is a Harsh Mistress] is Heinlein's best book, honestly.”