"The Ultimate Collection of Arthur C. Clarke: Novels and Stories" is a comprehensive anthology featuring 35 of the renowned author's most celebrated works, beautifully illustrated to enhance the reading experience. This collection showcases Clarke's visionary storytelling and profound insights into the human condition, technology, and the cosmos. Among the featured titles are "Prelude to Space," which explores humanity's first steps into space travel, and "The Sands of Mars," a gripping tale of colonization and survival on the Red Planet. "Jupiter Five" and "Dog Star" delve into the mysteries of alien worlds and the complexities of interstellar relationships. Additionally, "I Remember Babylon" offers a poignant reflection on memory and identity. Clarke's unique ability to blend scientific plausibility with imaginative narratives invites readers to ponder the future of humanity and our place in the universe. This collection is a must-have for both longtime fans and newcomers to Clarke’s work, providing a rich tapestry of stories that challenge the mind and inspire wonder about the possibilities of the cosmos. Each story is a testament to Clarke's legacy as one of science fiction's greatest visionaries. Contents: ·Novels -Prelude to Space -The Sands of Mars ·Stories -"Holiday on the Moon" (1951) -"If I Forget Thee, Oh Earth" (1951) -"Second Dawn" (1951) -"The Sentinel" (1951) -"Superiority" (1951) -"Trouble with the Natives" (1951) -"Encounter in the Dawn" (1953) -"Jupiter Five" (1953) -"The Nine Billion Names of God" (1953) -"The Other Tiger" (1953) -"The Parasite" (1953) -"The Possessed" (1953) -"Publicity Campaign" (1953) -"Reverie" (1953) -"Armaments Race" (1954) -"Who's There?" (1958) -"Out of the Cradle, Endlessly Orbiting..." (1959) -"Into the Comet" (1960) -"I Remember Babylon" (1960) -"Summertime on Icarus" (1960) -"Trouble with Time" (1960) -"Before Eden" (1961) -"Death and the Senator (1961) -"The Food of the Gods" (1961) -"Hate" (1961) -"Love that Universe" (1961) -"Saturn Rising" (1961) -"An Ape About the House" (1962) -"Dog Star" (1962) -"Maelstrom II" (1962) -"The Shining Ones" (1962) -"The Last Command" (1963) -"Playback" (1963) -"The Secret" (1963)
