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2001

A Space Odyssey: Space Odyssey, Book 1

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2001

By: Arthur C. Clarke
Narrated by: Dick Hill
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 It has been 40 years since the publication of this classic science-fiction novel that changed the way we look at the stars and ourselves. From the savannas of Africa at the dawn of mankind to the rings of Saturn as man adventures 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, was the basis for director Stanley Kubrick's immortal film, and lives on as a hallmark achievement in storytelling.

©1968 Polaris Productions, Inc.; 1968 Arthur C. Clarke (P)2000 Brilliance Audio Classics Fantasy Fiction Hard Science Fiction Science Fiction Space Opera Space Solar System Funny Scary Space Science Fiction

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this title; although slow to start, is quite the easy read, I have always been a fan of Science Fiction and Thriller type stories, that said; the one thing I'd change is shorten the introduction, have the cliffnotes version of the intro and get the listener straight into the book. other than that an all round good title

an intriguing read

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This audio books explains a lot of things from the movie that were otherwise a bit of a mystery, for me anyway. Also helps sew together question marks from "Interstellar". The intro from one of the directors and the narration just made this whole book an amazing experience.

Absolutely one to read for the sci-fi heads!

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Explains more than the film. A great story about man's place in the universe. if you've only seen the film a must listen.

Classic sci-fi

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Read the book many years ago. it's a science fiction masterpiece. This audio book version is excellent

Science fiction masterpie6

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Well the books a classic, old school sci-fi. I enjoyed from start to finish. Narrator Dick Hill does a good job. The books a tad funny in places, it shows it age. But its still a little gem. books about 6 hours 20 maybe, Arthur c Clarke does a 15 minutes intro to the book giving some background. I bought the book as part of a 2 for 1 package and thought it worth the money..

Super good book................

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Amazing. Great book and superbly performed

It goes beyond science fiction! Must read for all.

Amazing. Great book and superbly performed.

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Good to hear this book after such a long time 😊 well worth it. Recommend listening to.

Space classic

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I loved it. I was captured by it. I was sad when it ended

Mind bending

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Some books I have listened to have referred to 2001 as being a masterpiece of science fiction, I have to say I found it difficult to suspend my disbelief on this one.
But can see where so many science fiction books get some of their ideas from.
The narration was good.

Suspend your lack of disbelief

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Haven't seen the movie. Never listened to or read Arthur C. Clarke before now. I thoroughly enjoyed it, from beginning to end. The closing chapters are a head trip! The interview at the beginning is also interesting. Would recommend to anyone remotely interested in science, astronomy & space exploration.

Mind Blown

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