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ⓘ About Arthur C. Clarke
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. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Arthur C. Clarke has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Arthur C. Clarke
2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey continues the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
2010: Odyssey Two
2010: Odyssey Two continues the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
2061: Odyssey Three
2061: Odyssey Three continues the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
3001: The Final Odyssey
3001: The Final Odyssey continues the Publication Order of Space Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rendezvous with Rama
Rendezvous with Rama is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rama Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Time's Eye
Time's Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Sunstorm
Sunstorm continues the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Firstborn
Firstborn continues the Publication Order of A Time Odyssey Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Man And Space
Man And Space continues the Publication Order of Life Science Library Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Coast of the Coral
The Coast of the Coral is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Blue Planet Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Reefs of Taprobane
The Reefs of Taprobane continues the Publication Order of Blue Planet Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Treasure of the Great Reef
The Treasure of the Great Reef continues the Publication Order of Blue Planet Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Against the Fall of Night
Against the Fall of Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Prelude to Space
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Prelude to Space, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Sands of Mars
The Sands of Mars continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Islands in the Sky
Islands in the Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Childhood's End
Childhood's End is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Earthlight
Earthlight continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
City and the Stars
City and the Stars is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Deep Range
The Deep Range is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Other Side of the Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Other Side of the Sky, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
A Fall of Moondust
A Fall of Moondust continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dolphin Island
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Dolphin Island, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Glide Path
Glide Path continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Lost Worlds Of 2001
The Lost Worlds Of 2001 continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Report on Planet Three
Report on Planet Three continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Imperial Earth
Imperial Earth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Fountains of Paradise
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Fountains of Paradise, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Songs of Distant Earth
The Songs of Distant Earth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
July 20, 2019
July 20, 2019 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Ghost from the Grand Banks
The Ghost from the Grand Banks is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Hammer of God
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Hammer of God, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Trigger
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Trigger, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Interplanetary Flight
Interplanetary Flight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Exploration of Space
The Exploration of Space is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Boy Beneath the Sea
Boy Beneath the Sea is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Voice Across The Sea
Voice Across The Sea continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Profiles of the Future
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Profiles of the Future, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Voices from the Sky
Voices from the Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Promise of Space
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Promise of Space, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Beyond Jupiter: The Worlds of Tomorrow
Beyond Jupiter: The Worlds of Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The View from Serendip
The View from Serendip continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
1984: Spring - A Choice of Futures
1984: Spring - A Choice of Futures continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Astounding Days
Astounding Days is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
How the World Was One
How the World Was One continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Greetings, Carbon-Based Bipeds!
Greetings, Carbon-Based Bipeds! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Exploration of the Moon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Exploration of the Moon, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Rescue Party
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Rescue Party, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Star / Star of Bethlehem
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Star / Star of Bethlehem, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Sentinel
The Sentinel continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Across the Sea of Stars
Across the Sea of Stars is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Reach for Tomorrow
Reach for Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tales From The White Hart
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Tales From The White Hart, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Tales of Ten Worlds
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Tales of Ten Worlds, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Nine Billion Names of God
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Nine Billion Names of God, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Lion Of Comarre
The Lion Of Comarre continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Expedition to Earth
Expedition to Earth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Of Time and Stars
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Of Time and Stars, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Wind From The Sun
The Wind From The Sun is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
A Meeting With Medusa
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with A Meeting With Medusa, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Tales from Planet Earth
Tales from Planet Earth continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Shining Ones
The Shining Ones continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Star Science Fiction Stories 3
Star Science Fiction Stories 3 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Great Tales of Action and Adventure
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Great Tales of Action and Adventure, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Galaxy Science Fiction, September 1958
Galaxy Science Fiction, September 1958 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
50 Short Science Fiction Tales
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with 50 Short Science Fiction Tales, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Novelets of Science Fiction
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Novelets of Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Bedside Playboy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Bedside Playboy, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Worlds to Come: New Science Fiction Adventures
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Worlds to Come: New Science Fiction Adventures, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Tales of Time and Space
Tales of Time and Space is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Futures Unlimited
Futures Unlimited continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Futurists
The Futurists continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Alpha 3
Alpha 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Galaxy Science Fiction - October 1973
Galaxy Science Fiction - October 1973 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow...
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow..., another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Other Dimensions
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Other Dimensions, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Aliens: 3 Novellas
Aliens: 3 Novellas continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of British SF 2
The Best of British SF 2 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of British SF 1
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of British SF 1, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
They Came from Outer Space: 12 Classic Science Fiction Tales That Became Major Motion Pictures
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with They Came from Outer Space: 12 Classic Science Fiction Tales That Became Major Motion Pictures, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Arbor House Treasury of Great Science Fiction Short Novels
The Arbor House Treasury of Great Science Fiction Short Novels is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century
The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Science Fiction A to Z
Science Fiction A to Z is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Space Odyssey
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Space Odyssey, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Fourth Planet from the Sun
Fourth Planet from the Sun continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Great Science Fiction Stories by the World's Greatest Scientists
Great Science Fiction Stories by the World's Greatest Scientists continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow
Conflict and courage define Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Arthur C. Clarke that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Science Fiction Stories
Science Fiction Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Drabble II: Double Century
Drabble II: Double Century continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Christmas Stars
Christmas Stars continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Ultimate Alien
The Ultimate Alien is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Young Oxford Book of Aliens
The Young Oxford Book of Aliens is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Bangs & Whimpers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Bangs & Whimpers, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
Explorers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Explorers, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Hard SF Renaissance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Hard SF Renaissance, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Colours of Infinity: The Beauty, The Power and the Sense of Fractals
The Colours of Infinity: The Beauty, The Power and the Sense of Fractals is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The World Turned Upside Down
The World Turned Upside Down continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Galileo's Children
Galileo's Children is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Mammoth Book of Mindblowing SF
The Mammoth Book of Mindblowing SF continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
From the Pen of Paul: The Fantastic Images of Frank R. Paul
From the Pen of Paul: The Fantastic Images of Frank R. Paul is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The End of the World: Stories of the Apocalypse
The End of the World: Stories of the Apocalypse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Bug-Eyed Monsters & Bimbos
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Bug-Eyed Monsters & Bimbos, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
The Sixth Science Fiction Megapack
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Sixth Science Fiction Megapack, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
In Space No One Can Hear You Scream
In Space No One Can Hear You Scream continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ninth Science Fiction Megapack
The Ninth Science Fiction Megapack continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Baen Big Book of Monsters
The Baen Big Book of Monsters continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Arthur C. Clarke's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Grave Predictions
Grave Predictions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Arthur C. Clarke have come to expect.
Infinite Stars
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Infinite Stars, another outstanding contribution from Arthur C. Clarke.
? Frequently Asked Questions
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 spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Arthur C. Clarke series to start with?
For readers new to Arthur C. Clarke's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 50 books. Begin with Star Science Fiction Stories 3 to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Arthur C. Clarke written?
Arthur C. Clarke has written over 113 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Arthur C. Clarke books in order?
Yes, reading Arthur C. Clarke's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Arthur C. Clarke write in?
Arthur C. Clarke writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 113 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Arthur C. Clarke's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Arthur C. Clarke's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Arthur C. Clarke's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Arthur C. Clarke's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Star Science Fiction Stories 3, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.