Arthur C. Clarke
Born: 12-15-1917
Arthur C. Clarke was a renowned British science fiction writer and futurist, best known for his novel "2001: A Space Odyssey," which was developed concurrently with Stanley Kubrick's iconic film. Clarke's visionary works often explored themes of space exploration and advanced technology. Beyond writing, he contributed to scientific advancements, including satellite communication. His insightful storytelling and speculative ideas have left a lasting impact on both literature and science.
Book summaries for books written by Arthur C. Clarke
Quotes
Every human being has the freedom to change at any instant.
Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have, and only you can determine how it will be spent.
The only thing that we can be sure of is that we exist and that we are here.
The greatest tragedy in mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion.
Sometimes the only choice is between acceptance and madness.
The purpose of a system is what it does.
The greatest tragedy in mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by language.
Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.
The price of immortality is eternal vigilance.
The only thing that makes life possible is permanent, intolerable uncertainty; not knowing what comes next.
The only thing that we can be sure of is that we are here and alive in this moment.
If you find yourself alone, riding in green fields with the sun on your face, do not be troubled. For you are in Elysium, and you're already dead!