2001: a Space Odyssey (Space Odyssey Series) - Clarke, Arthur C.

2001: a Space Odyssey (Space Odyssey Series) by Clarke, Arthur C.

Format: Mass-Market Paperback

Published by Ace, 2000

2001: A Space Odyssey is the classic science fiction novel that changed the way we looked at the stars and ourselves....

From the savannas of Africa at the dawn of mankind to the rings of Saturn as man ventures to the outer rim of our solar system, 2001: A Space Odyssey is a journey unlike any other.

This allegory about humanity’s exploration of the universe-and the universe’s reaction to humanity-is a hallmark achievement in storytelling that follows the crew of the spacecraft Discovery as they embark on a mission to Saturn. Their vessel is controlled by HAL 9000, an artificially intelligent supercomputer capable of the highest level of cognitive functioning that rivals-and perhaps threatens-the human mind.

2001: A Space Odyssey confirmed Arthur C. Clarke's reputation as one of the best-known and most influential science fiction writers ever. The book and the 1968 movie are icons of the modern age.