First published 1953
Arthur C. Clarke's classic 1953 collection EXPEDITION TO EARTH showcases the author's boundless imagination and moral insight. From the brutal "Breaking Strain" to the poetic "Second Dawn," these stories explore the consequences of humanity's scientific breakthroughs with thrilling invention. Prepare for first contact, time travel, and the mysteries of the cosmos—all filtered through Clarke's singular lens.
Genres: short-stories, science-fiction, classic-literature
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: moral-dilemma, scientific-breakthroughs
Period: 1953
192 pages · Paperback · Del Rey