Clarke and stanley kubrick teamed up on the mindblowing 1968 film 2001. Other notable works include his rama series of novels and the hugo awardwinning short story the star. A space odyssey souvenir movie program paperback january 1, 1968 by metro goldwyn mayer stanley kubrick, arthur c. A space odyssey souvenir movie program stanley kubrick, arthur c. Both developed the story as the film was shot, but in the. Clarke is a good first contact book, and i enjoyed it far more than 2001. Two vertical creases to the rear wrap and last page of. It was developed concurrently with stanley kubrick s film version and published after the release of the film. This is from a broadcast in 2004 on the science channel for over three years arthur c. Clarke 19172008 was one of the supreme science fiction writers of the century and achieved vast popularity with 2001. From the savannas of africa at the dawn of mankind to the rings of saturn as man ventures to the outer rim of our solar system, 2001. Written when landing on the moon was still a dream, and made into one of the most influential films of all. And like 2001 for kubrick, this was a true labor of love for soderbergh as well as directing, he was also director of photographer and editor, both credited.
Hello, up for sale is the original 2001 a space odyssey program souvenir book pictured below. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Arthur c clarke stanley kubrick 2001 a space odyssey souvenir book 1968. This is the most complete book on the film to datefrom stanley kubricks first meeting with screenwriter arthur c. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. The classic science fiction novel that captures and expands on the vision of stanley kubricks immortal. A space odyssey 1976 oversized marvel singleissue comic book adaptation based upon the 1968. Book the making of kubricks space odyssey tu delta tu delft. The extreme horizontal format of this copy is a reflection on the films original cinerama format and its 24 pages are a mixture of glossy paper and translucent vellum. It was developed concurrently with stanley kubricks film version and published after the release of the film.
The monoliths first appearance on earth appears in ancient africa four million years ago where it helps a group of protohumans invent tools. Clarke and kubrick worked on the book together, but eventually only clarke ended up as the official author. Binding paperback publisher cinerama metro goldwyn mayer. I had wanted to read it for a long time, and kept trying to find time, but things got in the way. The classic science fiction novel that captures and expands on the vision of stanley kubricks immortal filmand changed the way we. Jack kirby wrote and pencilled both the adaptation and the series, which were published by marvel comics beginning in 1976. A space odyssey that combines new empirical approaches with old formalist approaches. See more ideas about 2001 a space odyssey, sci fi movies and stanley kubrick. High quality 2001 a space odyssey gifts and merchandise.
Clarke, and the making of a masterpiece 9781501163937. Lifelong fan michael benson has written an excellent book about 2001 a space odyssey, the ground breaking science fiction movie by stanley kubrick and. However, his crowning achievement would be a movie that brought his work into the mainstream. Among his bestselling novels are childhoods end, 2001. Clarke, in the series of kinderguides early learning guide. A space odyssey is a 1968 science fiction novel by british writer arthur c. It depicts the differences between the written work and the movie production, and analyzes possible alternate meanings to certain themes and motifs. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Souvenir book 16 by 7 14 magazine ad 8 14 by 11 18 indiana premiere ad mini poster 6 by 9 back side of this allowed the holder to reserve tickets in. A space odyssey was the name of an oversized comic book adaptation of the 1968 film of the same name and a 10issue monthly series expanding on the ideas presented in the film and the eponymous arthur c. The space odyssey series is a series of science fiction novels by the writer arthur c. The book is about how a peaceful alien invasion of a race only known as the overlords takes place. In 1945, he proposed global broadcasting via communication satellites in geostationary orbit. I was asked by a friend why had i never read the iconic scifi book, 2001 space odyssey.
A space odyssey and its film adaptation were written and produced concurrently by clarke and film director stanley kubrick. I still found time to read, but other books, and not that one. Clarke 19172008 wrote a hundred books and more than a thousand short stories and essays covering science fiction and science fact in a career spanning more than six decades. Oct 02, 2015 the scenes in space and on the space station are beautifully photographed, luscious and enveloping, deep hued and saturated, and highly reminiscent of 2001s resplendent color palate. A space odyssey consists of testimony from kubricks collaborators and commentary from critics and historians. The most common 2001 a space odyssey material is glass. Here is the original campaign book pressbook for 2001.
We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. A space odyssey began as a 1968 movie developed in concert clark and filmmaker stanley kubrick. Finally, i put it on my ereader and began the journey. See more ideas about 2001 a space odyssey, stanley kubrick and sci fi movies. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Order of space odyssey books space odyssey is a series of science fiction novels by british author arthur c. Clarke to kubricks exhaustive research to the actual shooting and release of the movie. Two of the novels have been made into feature films, released in. A space odyssey souvenir booklet, published by metrogoldwynmayer in 1968, and signed by author arthur c. Pressbooks were sent to exhibitors and theater owners to aid them in publicizing the films run in their theater. Id like to share the brightest project of this outgoing year with you all, and hope that its still not late.
The classic science fiction novel that captures and expands on the vision of stanley kubricks immortal filmand changed. Clarke author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The classic science fiction novel that captures and expands on the vision of stanley kubricks immortal filmand changed the way we look at the stars and ourselves. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Arthur c clarke stanley kubrick 2001 a space odyssey. A space odyssey is a series of vignettes about an ancient and unknown race of aliens that use a device in the shape of a monolith to encourage the development of intelligent life. This site is dedicated to the science fiction work 2001.
A space odyssey as one of the astronauts on the mission to track the source of an alien artifact found on the moon. Original 2001 a space odyssey programsouvenir book. Interestingly, the first novel of the series, 2001. The condition of the book is worn as the pictures indicate creasing, rubbing, scuffing, water marks, etc. The booklet features full cast and crew listing, stills from the film and a full film synopsis. Sep 16, 2015 by this time, clarke had written many books, both technical nonfiction and science fiction.
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