The Moon is a Harsh Mistress

"The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" is a science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein, published in 1966. The novel is known for its libertarian themes and its famous artificial intelligence character, 'Mike', short for 'Mycroft Holmes'. The story is set in the year 2075, when the Moon is used as a penal colony by the Earth-based government.

The novel explores themes of rebellion and revolution as the lunar colony fights for its independence. Heinlein's imaginative vision and thought-provoking discourse on self-governance and freedom have made it a landmark in science fiction literature.