The Fountains of Paradise by Arthur C. Clarke

The Fountains of Paradise

Arthur C. Clarke

8 hours, 28 minutes first pub 1979 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction adventurous challenging medium-paced
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In the 22nd century visionary scientist Vannevar Morgan conceives the most grandiose engineering project of all time, and one which will revolutionize the future of humankind in space: a Space Elevator, 36,000 kilometers high, anchored to an equat...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,041 reviews

Moods

adventurous 78%
inspiring 40%
informative 32%
reflective 29%
hopeful 24%
tense 18%
challenging 13%
mysterious 13%
relaxing 8%
emotional 5%
sad 5%
dark 2%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 21%
fast 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 69% | A mix: 20% | Character: 7% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 81% | Yes: 13% | It's complicated: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 52% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 24% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.77

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