Road to Mars is a science fiction novel written by Eric Idle, best known for being a member of the comedy group Monty Python. The story follows two comedians, Carlton and Brian, who are hired to perform on a spaceship traveling to Mars.
As they embark on their journey, they encounter various challenges and comedic situations, including dealing with the ship's artificial intelligence, Gombold, who has a sarcastic sense of humor. Along the way, they also meet a group of aliens who are fans of Earth's comedy.
Road to Mars explores themes of humor, friendship, and the unknown as Carlton and Brian navigate their way through space. The novel combines science fiction elements with Idle's signature wit and humor, making it a unique and entertaining read for fans of comedy and science fiction alike.