2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke

2001: A Space Odyssey

Space Odyssey #1

Arthur C. Clarke

256 pages first pub 1968 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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A deluxe hardcover edition of the wondrous space adventure that is the basis for Stanley Kubrick's Oscar-winning film--now celebrating its 50th anniversary Part of Penguin Galaxy, a collectible series of six sci-fi/fantasy classics, featuring a se...

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Moods

adventurous 80%
mysterious 72%
reflective 43%
tense 35%
challenging 31%
dark 18%
inspiring 16%
informative 11%
hopeful 9%
emotional 7%
sad 2%
funny 1%

Pace

medium 53%
slow 26%
fast 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 75% | A mix: 18% | Character: 4% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 27% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 67% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 3%

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