2001: A Space Odyssey

2001: A Space Odyssey Reviews

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‘Arthur C. Clarke is one of the truly prophetic figures of the space age … the colossus of science fiction.’
  1. New Yorker
Developed from Arthur C. Clarke’s short story ‘The Sentinel’, 2001: A Space Odyssey was brainstormed together with legendary film director Stanley Kubrick and written alongside the screenplay. This spectacular edition includes the foreword written jointly by Clarke and Kubrick, as well as Clarke’s ‘Back to 2001’ preface written in 1989. An exclusive introduction by Clarke’s long-standing colleague Michael Moorcock reveals much of his friend’s personality, as well as casting a new light on the fractious relationship between Clarke and Kubrick. The edition is finished with a holographic foil binding that features a design by Joe Wilson. The British artist has also created seven remarkable illustrations, which interpret Clarke’s futuristic vision with an otherworldly detachment that is both chilling and exhilarating.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nicely produced volume.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent presentation, art of a great story

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This sucker is beautiful. Really impressed with the quality.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was a gift for my dad and he loved it!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A unique version of the original story, with wonderful illustrations and an informative introduction. Bravo!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb, class book with amazing illustrations

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

While the value is spot on, it simply felt just a touch less impressive than the other books we received in the order. I'm not disappointed just feel it could have been more.

Quality: 4
Value for money: 5
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good value for the book, but wish the spine was arched instead of flat. I would also prefer it was cloth instead of hard back material.

Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a good solid book and a real pleasure to read. The illustrations compliment the text perfectly. I was a long-time fan of the film but I had never read the book before. I'm glad I made the effort. It's Kubric's film back to life and reflected it in a new light. Open the pod bay doors, Hal!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous, amazing. My favourite novel.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice version of a great book.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great book! Love the illustrations!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One of science fiction masterpieces in a new beautiful shape.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a wonderful read this book is. Still in the middle of reading though. The level of quality that went into production is amazing. Shipping procedure is always high level to assure customers order doesn’t get damaged on route

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully illustrated collectors fiction.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely gorgeous edition.. if money was no object I would have several copies!

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5