Childhood's End by Arthur C. Clarke
"Childhood's End" is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the evolution of humanity under the guidance of mysterious extraterrestrial beings known as the Overlords. Set in the near future, the book follows the transformation of society as the Overlords bring peace, prosperity, and advanced technology to Earth. However, as the human race reaches a new level of enlightenment, questions arise about the true intentions of the Overlords and the future of humanity itself.
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- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 210
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.2)
- Alternate Titles
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- Childhoods End
- El fin de la infancia
- La fine dell'infanzia
- Les Enfants d'Icare
- O Fim Da Infância
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This book is on the following 9 lists:
- 7th on The Most Significant SF & Fantasy Books of the Last 50 Years From 1953-2002 (Science Fiction Book Club)
- 31st on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 49th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 457th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 500 Must Read Books (The Daily Telegraph)
- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)
- Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels (David Pringle)