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Imperial Earth

By Sir Arthur C. Clarke
Series: S.F. Masterworks
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Imperial Earth by Sir Arthur C. Clarke is set in the 23rd century and follows the journey of Duncan Makenzie, a resident of Titan, Saturn's largest moon. As he travels to Earth for a significant diplomatic celebration, he faces personal and societal challenges. The narrative explores themes of human connection, technological advancement, and the implications of cloning, all within a richly detailed futuristic setting.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by visionary storytelling that explores future societies, interstellar travel, and personal identity. Set in the year 2276, it delves into themes of exploration, innovation, and the complex relationships between humans and technology, all woven together by Arthur C. Clarke's imaginative and insightful writing. This work is perfect for those who appreciate a blend of scientific ideas and intriguing narratives.

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Imperial Earth

As the solar system gathers to celebrate its colonisation, Duncan Makenzie is the only hope for his planet's future

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Colonists from the entire solar system converge on the mother planet for the 2276 celebrations.

Among the influx of humanity is Duncan Makenzie, a scientist-administrator from the underground colony of Titan, one of the outer moons of Saturn. Makenzie is not just on Earth for the celebrations; he has a delicate mission to perform — for his world, his family, and himself.

Immerse yourself in the riveting story of Imperial Earth by Sir Arthur C. Clarke, where the future of an interplanetary society unfolds through the journey of one man caught between two worlds.

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Imperial Earth by Sir Arthur C. Clarke is appreciated for its imaginative depiction of a future interplanetary society and rich scientific detail. Readers commend Clarke's exploration of complex themes like identity, politics, and technological advancement. Some find the pace leisurely, but many admire the thought-provoking narrative and the depth of its speculative world-building.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473201422

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 288

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Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: S.F. Masterworks Sir Arthur C. Clarke

About the Author

Arthur C. Clarke was born in Minehead in 1917. During the Second World War he served as an RAF radar instructor, rising to the rank of Flight-Lieutenant. After the war he won a BSc in physics and mathematics with first class honours from King's College, London. One of the most respected of all science-fiction writers, he also won the KALINGA PRIZE, the AVIATION SPACE-WRITERS PRIZE,and the WESTINGHOUSE SCIENCE WRITING PRIZE. He also shared an OSCAR nomination with Stanley Kubrick for the screenplay of 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY, which was based on his story, 'The Sentinel'. He lived in Sri Lanka from 1956 until his death in 2008.To discover more about how the legacy of Sir Arthur is being honoured today, please visit http://www.clarkefoundation.org

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