Arthur C. Clarke
10
Book Series
113
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Anthologies
Best for beginners - Start with "Star Science Fiction Stories 3" (1955)
Publication Order of Rama Books
Popular choice - Start with "Rendezvous with Rama" (1973)
Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books
Popular choice - Start with "Time's Eye" (2003)
Publication Order of Life Science Library Books
Popular choice - Start with "Man And Space" (1964)
About the Author
Few names are as prominent within the science fiction genre as Arthur C. Clarke, an English author born on December 1917 in Minehead, England and who has produced works such as Childnhood’s End’ and the highly popular 2001: A Space Odyssey’ which Stanley Kubrik adapted into a movie. With over one hundred books to his name, many of Arthur C. Clarke’s ideas have had a profound impact upon technological advancements and science fiction as a whole. The writer died in 2008. +Biography Arthur Charles Clarke was the son of a farmer. He finished his studies at King’s College in London. Before trying his hand at writing fiction, Arthur dabbled in scientific research; it was during his work as a radar instructor in WWII that he posited the idea of satellite communications. This was in a scientific a. Arthur C. Clarke is the author of over 113 books across 10 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Arthur C. Clarke has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books
4 books
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2001: A Space Odyssey Experience the magic of '2001: A Space Odyssey' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books universe.(1968) ⭐ Start here
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2010: Odyssey Two Join the adventure in '2010: Odyssey Two' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1982) ⭐ Start here
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2061: Odyssey Three Join the adventure in '2061: Odyssey Three' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1987) ⭐ Start here
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3001: The Final Odyssey The Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books series continues with '3001: The Final Odyssey', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1997) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Rama Books
1 books
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Rendezvous with Rama Experience the magic of 'Rendezvous with Rama' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Rama Books universe.(1973)
Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books
3 books
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Time's Eye 'Time's Eye' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2003)
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Sunstorm In 'Sunstorm', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books saga.(2005)
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Firstborn In 'Firstborn', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books saga.(2007)
Publication Order of Life Science Library Books
1 books
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Man And Space In 'Man And Space', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Life Science Library Books saga.(1964)
Publication Order of Blue Planet Books
3 books
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The Coast of the Coral Experience the magic of 'The Coast of the Coral' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Blue Planet Books universe.(1956)
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The Reefs of Taprobane Experience the magic of 'The Reefs of Taprobane' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Blue Planet Books universe.(1956)
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The Treasure of the Great Reef 'The Treasure of the Great Reef' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Blue Planet Books series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1964)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
21 books
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Against the Fall of Night Join the adventure in 'Against the Fall of Night' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1948)
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Prelude to Space The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Prelude to Space', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1950)
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The Sands of Mars 'The Sands of Mars' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1951)
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Islands in the Sky Experience the magic of 'Islands in the Sky' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1952)
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Childhood's End Join the adventure in 'Childhood's End' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1953)
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Earthlight 'Earthlight' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1955)
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City and the Stars Join the adventure in 'City and the Stars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1956)
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The Deep Range Experience the magic of 'The Deep Range' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1957)
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The Other Side of the Sky Join the adventure in 'The Other Side of the Sky' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1958)
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A Fall of Moondust 'A Fall of Moondust' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1961)
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Dolphin Island Join the adventure in 'Dolphin Island' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1963)
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Glide Path The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Glide Path', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1963)
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The Lost Worlds Of 2001 Experience the magic of 'The Lost Worlds Of 2001' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1971)
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Report on Planet Three 'Report on Planet Three' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1972)
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Imperial Earth Experience the magic of 'Imperial Earth' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1975)
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The Fountains of Paradise 'The Fountains of Paradise' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1979)
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The Songs of Distant Earth Join the adventure in 'The Songs of Distant Earth' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1986)
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July 20, 2019 Join the adventure in 'July 20, 2019' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1986)
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The Ghost from the Grand Banks In 'The Ghost from the Grand Banks', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1990)
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The Hammer of God The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Hammer of God', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1993)
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The Trigger Experience the magic of 'The Trigger' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1999)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
14 books
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Interplanetary Flight The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Interplanetary Flight', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1950)
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The Exploration of Space In 'The Exploration of Space', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(1951)
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Boy Beneath the Sea The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Boy Beneath the Sea', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1958)
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Voice Across The Sea The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Voice Across The Sea', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1958)
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Profiles of the Future In 'Profiles of the Future', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(1962)
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Voices from the Sky In 'Voices from the Sky', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(1966)
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The Promise of Space Experience the magic of 'The Promise of Space' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1968)
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Beyond Jupiter: The Worlds of Tomorrow In 'Beyond Jupiter: The Worlds of Tomorrow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(1972)
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The View from Serendip 'The View from Serendip' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1977)
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1984: Spring - A Choice of Futures The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with '1984: Spring - A Choice of Futures', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1984)
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Astounding Days Experience the magic of 'Astounding Days' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1990)
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How the World Was One Experience the magic of 'How the World Was One' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1992)
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Greetings, Carbon-Based Bipeds! 'Greetings, Carbon-Based Bipeds!' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1999)
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The Exploration of the Moon In 'The Exploration of the Moon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(2020)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
2 books
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Rescue Party 'Rescue Party' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1946)
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The Star / Star of Bethlehem Experience the magic of 'The Star / Star of Bethlehem' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(1955)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
14 books
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The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke 'The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1938)
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The Sentinel Experience the magic of 'The Sentinel' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(1951)
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Across the Sea of Stars Join the adventure in 'Across the Sea of Stars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1953)
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Reach for Tomorrow 'Reach for Tomorrow' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1956)
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Tales From The White Hart In 'Tales From The White Hart', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1957)
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Tales of Ten Worlds The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Tales of Ten Worlds', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1962)
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The Nine Billion Names of God In 'The Nine Billion Names of God', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1967)
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The Lion Of Comarre 'The Lion Of Comarre' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1968)
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Expedition to Earth Join the adventure in 'Expedition to Earth' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1968)
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Of Time and Stars Join the adventure in 'Of Time and Stars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1972)
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The Wind From The Sun Experience the magic of 'The Wind From The Sun' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(1972)
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A Meeting With Medusa The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'A Meeting With Medusa', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1988)
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Tales from Planet Earth The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Tales from Planet Earth', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1990)
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The Shining Ones In 'The Shining Ones', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(2004)
Publication Order of Anthologies
50 books
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Star Science Fiction Stories 3 Join the adventure in 'Star Science Fiction Stories 3' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1955)
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Great Tales of Action and Adventure The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Great Tales of Action and Adventure', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1958)
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Galaxy Science Fiction, September 1958 Join the adventure in 'Galaxy Science Fiction, September 1958' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1958)
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50 Short Science Fiction Tales In '50 Short Science Fiction Tales', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1963)
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Novelets of Science Fiction 'Novelets of Science Fiction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1963)
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The Bedside Playboy Experience the magic of 'The Bedside Playboy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1963)
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Worlds to Come: New Science Fiction Adventures Join the adventure in 'Worlds to Come: New Science Fiction Adventures' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1967)
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Tales of Time and Space In 'Tales of Time and Space', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1969)
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Futures Unlimited Join the adventure in 'Futures Unlimited' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1969)
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The Futurists 'The Futurists' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1972)
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Alpha 3 Experience the magic of 'Alpha 3' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1972)
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Galaxy Science Fiction - October 1973 'Galaxy Science Fiction - October 1973' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1973)
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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow... 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow...' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1974)
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Other Dimensions Join the adventure in 'Other Dimensions' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1974)
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Aliens: 3 Novellas The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Aliens: 3 Novellas', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1977)
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The Best of British SF 2 Join the adventure in 'The Best of British SF 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1977)
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The Best of British SF 1 Join the adventure in 'The Best of British SF 1' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1977)
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They Came from Outer Space: 12 Classic Science Fiction Tales That Became Major Motion Pictures 'They Came from Outer Space: 12 Classic Science Fiction Tales That Became Major Motion Pictures' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1979)
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The Arbor House Treasury of Great Science Fiction Short Novels The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Arbor House Treasury of Great Science Fiction Short Novels', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1980)
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The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century Join the adventure in 'The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1980)
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The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1981)
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Science Fiction A to Z Join the adventure in 'Science Fiction A to Z' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1982)
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Space Odyssey Join the adventure in 'Space Odyssey' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1983)
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Fourth Planet from the Sun 'Fourth Planet from the Sun' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1984)
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Great Science Fiction Stories by the World's Greatest Scientists Join the adventure in 'Great Science Fiction Stories by the World's Greatest Scientists' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1985)
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Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(1987)
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Science Fiction Stories 'Science Fiction Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1988)
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Drabble II: Double Century In 'Drabble II: Double Century', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1990)
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Christmas Stars 'Christmas Stars' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(1992)
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The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection In 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1993)
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The Ultimate Alien In 'The Ultimate Alien', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1995)
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The Young Oxford Book of Aliens In 'The Young Oxford Book of Aliens', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1999)
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Bangs & Whimpers Join the adventure in 'Bangs & Whimpers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(1999)
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Explorers 'Explorers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2000)
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The Hard SF Renaissance 'The Hard SF Renaissance' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2003)
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The Colours of Infinity: The Beauty, The Power and the Sense of Fractals In 'The Colours of Infinity: The Beauty, The Power and the Sense of Fractals', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2004)
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The World Turned Upside Down Experience the magic of 'The World Turned Upside Down' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2005)
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Galileo's Children Experience the magic of 'Galileo's Children' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2005)
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Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology In 'Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2006)
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The Mammoth Book of Mindblowing SF The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Mammoth Book of Mindblowing SF', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(2009)
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From the Pen of Paul: The Fantastic Images of Frank R. Paul Join the adventure in 'From the Pen of Paul: The Fantastic Images of Frank R. Paul' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(2009)
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The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction In 'The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2010)
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The End of the World: Stories of the Apocalypse Experience the magic of 'The End of the World: Stories of the Apocalypse' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2010)
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Bug-Eyed Monsters & Bimbos Experience the magic of 'Bug-Eyed Monsters & Bimbos' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2011)
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The Sixth Science Fiction Megapack 'The Sixth Science Fiction Megapack' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2013)
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In Space No One Can Hear You Scream The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'In Space No One Can Hear You Scream', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(2013)
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The Ninth Science Fiction Megapack 'The Ninth Science Fiction Megapack' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2014)
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The Baen Big Book of Monsters The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Baen Big Book of Monsters', another thrilling entry from Arthur C. Clarke.(2014)
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Grave Predictions 'Grave Predictions' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Arthur C. Clarke has created.(2016)
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Infinite Stars Join the adventure in 'Infinite Stars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke.(2019)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Arthur C. Clarke?
Arthur C. Clarke is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 113 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books, Publication Order of Rama Books, Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Arthur C. Clarke book series to start with?
For readers new to Arthur C. Clarke's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 50 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Arthur C. Clarke's writing.
Q: How many books has Arthur C. Clarke written?
Arthur C. Clarke has written over 113 books across 10 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.