Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke
In this science fiction classic, humanity encounters an enigmatic alien starship that enters the solar system. Named after the Hindu god, the cylindrical vessel is initially thought to be an asteroid but is soon revealed to be a spacecraft. A team of astronauts is dispatched to intercept and explore the mysterious object, embarking on a high-stakes mission to unlock its secrets. As they journey through the ship's interior, they discover a world of astonishing complexity, artificial landscapes, and advanced technology, all of which challenge their understanding of life and intelligence in the universe. The explorers must race against time to learn as much as possible before the ship, indifferent to their presence, continues on its voyage through the cosmos.
The 1225th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1973
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 248
- Words
- 68,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 23rd on The 25 Best Science-Fiction Books of All Time (Spy.com)
- 32nd on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 76th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 884th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 100 Best Science Fiction Books of All Time (Tor)
- The British Science Fiction Association Awards - Novel (British Science Fiction Association)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- Nebula Award (Nebula Awards)
- The 50 Best Sci-Fi Books for Every Kind of Reader (Men's Health)