Hal Clement
9
Book Series
40
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Mesklin Books
Best for beginners - Start with "Mission of Gravity" (1954)
Publication Order of Needle Books
Popular choice - Start with "Needle" (1949)
Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books
Popular choice - Start with "Trio for Slide Rule and Typewriter" (1999)
Publication Order of Isaac's Universe Books
Popular choice - Start with "Fossil" (1993)
About the Author
Barlennan is an adventurer who sails across uncharted waters into Mesklin. The man would brave any alien for the right amount. While the Mesklinites never knew there were other planets but theirs, they do not respond as bad to aliens. They do not know that Barlennan plans to use their body shapes and giant sizes to his advantage. While the Mesklinites are more advanced in technology, their bodies make it impossible for them to fly. All the science and attention to detail make this story sound real while enhancing the sense of wonder. What would happen if the Mesklinites were forced to fly? Perhaps the most outstanding thing about this book is the world-building. The author has done an excellent job of creating a planet filled with aliens that is a lot like our planet, but it still has uniq. Hal Clement is the author of over 40 books across 9 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Mesklin Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Hal Clement has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Mesklin Books
4 books
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Mission of Gravity The Publication Order of Mesklin Books series continues with 'Mission of Gravity', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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Close to Critical 'Close to Critical' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mesklin Books series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1964) ⭐ Start here
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Star Light In 'Star Light', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mesklin Books saga.(1971) ⭐ Start here
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Heavy Planet 'Heavy Planet' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mesklin Books series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(2001) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Needle Books
2 books
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Needle 'Needle' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needle Books series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1949)
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Through the Eye of a Needle 'Through the Eye of a Needle' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needle Books series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1978)
Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books
3 books
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Trio for Slide Rule and Typewriter The Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books series continues with 'Trio for Slide Rule and Typewriter', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(1999)
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Music of Many Spheres Experience the magic of 'Music of Many Spheres' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books universe.(2000)
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Variations on a Theme by Sir Isaac Newton Join the adventure in 'Variations on a Theme by Sir Isaac Newton' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books series by Hal Clement.(2000)
Publication Order of Isaac's Universe Books
1 books
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Fossil Join the adventure in 'Fossil' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Isaac's Universe Books series by Hal Clement.(1993)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
8 books
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Iceworld Experience the magic of 'Iceworld' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1951)
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The Ranger Boys in Space Join the adventure in 'The Ranger Boys in Space' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Hal Clement.(1956)
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Cycle of Fire Experience the magic of 'Cycle of Fire' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1957)
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Ocean On Top Experience the magic of 'Ocean On Top' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1967)
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The Nitrogen Fix 'The Nitrogen Fix' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1980)
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Still River The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Still River', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(1987)
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Half Life 'Half Life' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1999)
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Noise The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Noise', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(2003)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
4 books
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Attitude Experience the magic of 'Attitude' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(1943)
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The Green World Experience the magic of 'The Green World' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(2010)
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Planet for Plunder Join the adventure in 'Planet for Plunder' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Hal Clement.(2012)
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Hot Planet The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Hot Planet', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(2016)
Publication Order of Collections
4 books
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Natives of Space Join the adventure in 'Natives of Space' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Hal Clement.(1965)
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Small Changes Join the adventure in 'Small Changes' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Hal Clement.(1969)
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The Best of Hal Clement Experience the magic of 'The Best of Hal Clement' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.(1979)
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Intuit Experience the magic of 'Intuit' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.(1987)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books
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Left of Africa Experience the magic of 'Left of Africa' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1976)
Publication Order of Anthologies
13 books
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Astounding Science Fiction, May 1958 'Astounding Science Fiction, May 1958' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1958)
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Best of Science Fiction: No. 10 'Best of Science Fiction: No. 10' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1964)
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The Eighth Galaxy Reader Experience the magic of 'The Eighth Galaxy Reader' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1965)
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SF Authors' Choice 2 Join the adventure in 'SF Authors' Choice 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Hal Clement.(1970)
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The John W. Campbell Memorial Anthology / Astounding In 'The John W. Campbell Memorial Anthology / Astounding', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1973)
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Decade: The 1940's Join the adventure in 'Decade: The 1940's' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Hal Clement.(1975)
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Science Fiction Today and Tomorrow: A Discursive Symposium 'Science Fiction Today and Tomorrow: A Discursive Symposium' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1975)
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The Year's Best Horror Stories: Series IV 'The Year's Best Horror Stories: Series IV' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(1976)
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Analog: Writers' Choice Volume II The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Analog: Writers' Choice Volume II', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(1984)
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The Ascent of Wonder In 'The Ascent of Wonder', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1994)
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Explorers 'Explorers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Hal Clement has created.(2000)
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Nebula Awards 34 (2000) The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Nebula Awards 34 (2000)', another thrilling entry from Hal Clement.(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 Hal Clement has created.(2003)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Hal Clement?
Hal Clement is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 40 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Mesklin Books, Publication Order of Needle Books, Publication Order of The Essential Hal Clement Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Hal Clement book series to start with?
For readers new to Hal Clement's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Mesklin Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 4 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Hal Clement's writing.
Q: How many books has Hal Clement written?
Hal Clement has written over 40 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.