Arthur C. Clarke Arthur C. Clarke, author of 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), in 1968. (more) 2001: A Space Odyssey novel by Clarke Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/2001-A-Space-Odyssey-novel Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

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