2061: a Space Odyssey

Name: 2061: a Space Odyssey
Author: (UK) Arthur C. Clarke

2061：太空漫游

by (UK) Arthur C. Clarke (（英）阿瑟·克拉克)

Status: Completed
Source: Fanqie

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9.2Score

15Chapters

Synopsis

A grand idea about human exploration of space and ourselves! Tell us the ultimate secret of "who we are, where we come from, and where we are going"! A mysterious slate spanning 3 million years of history has prompted the evolution of apes into humans 3 million years ago, and now guides humans to sail deeper into space. It has been 51 years since the mysterious slate transformed Jupiter into the star "Tai Kui". In 2061, when Halley's Comet passed through the solar system again, a spacecraft crashed into Taikui's second planet, and that planet was precisely the one that Slate never allowed humans to approach... What role did the Black Slate play in the universe? What secrets are brewing on a planet that is forbidden to humans? In "2061: A Space Odyssey," Arthur C. Clarke's ultimate answer continues.

Reader comments

This book reminded me of the night my wife and I watched the movie "2001: A Space Odyssey" and we were blown away by the mystery and grandeur of the universe. Clark's imagination is truly amazing! The plot in the book, especially the part about the mysterious tablets, made me think about the origins and future of mankind. I like this feeling of exploring the unknown, it makes me full of expectations for life. Recommended to all friends who are interested in space exploration and the destiny of mankind!
3 likes2y ago
It's exciting, but I don't think the twist in the story is as good as the first two.
2 likes3y ago
It's awesome. Although the overall story is not that twisty, the imagination is so wonderful. Diamond Zeus Mountain, Floyd in the Void, oh, it's amazing.
1 like3y ago

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