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Arthur C. Clarke: The Star

The Star is a seminal work of science fiction, written by Arthur C. Clarke and first published in 1955. The narrative follows a Jesuit priest and astrophysicist who, during a space mission, discovers the remnants of a civilization that was annihilated by a cosmic catastrophe. This discovery profoundly challenges his faith, prompting him to question the beliefs he had previously accepted unquestioningly. Through this narrative, Clarke examines the tension between science and religion, raising questions about God’s role in the cosmos and human existence. Despite its brevity, the story is profoundly thought-provoking.

Arthur C. Clarke: The Nine Billion Names of God

In “The Nine Billion Names of God,” a story by Arthur C. Clarke, a Tibetan monastery acquires an advanced computer to complete its century-old project: to list all the possible names of God in a special alphabet. The monks believe that completing this list will fulfill humanity’s divine purpose. Two occidental engineers are hired to install and operate the machine. As they near the end of the project, they struggle between logic and faith, grappling with the potential impact of completing this momentous task.

Arthur C. Clarke - El alimento de los dioses

Arthur C. Clarke: The Food of the Gods

“The Food of the Gods,” a short story by Arthur C. Clarke published in 1964, revolves around human nutrition’s technological and ethical dilemmas. The protagonist is the CEO of a

Arthur C. Clarke: The Sentinel

The next time you see the full Moon high in the south, look carefully at its right-hand edge and let your eye travel upwards along the curve of the disc.