2001 and Beyond: The Life of Arthur C. Clarke

Arthur C. Clarke imagined the future and then watched much of it arrive. This biography starts with the man from Minehead and moves through his famous proposal for communication satellites in geostationary orbit. It explores 2001: A Space Odyssey and his reflections on the limits of human understanding, then his years as a television host, his knighthood and his steady defense of curiosity and wonder. A closing section covers his legacy and bibliography. Science fiction readers, space enthusiasts and anyone who loves big ideas will enjoy this journey. 181 pages.