About “Childhood’s End”
Childhood's End is a 1953 science fiction novel by Arthur C. Clarke. The story centers on the peaceful invasion of Earth by the Overlords, mysterious aliens who end war, help create a world government, and transform the planet into a near-utopia. The Overlords do not explain their origins or purpose, instead governing from their ships. Over time, they reveal themselves and their influence leads to a Golden Age. However, the final generation of children on Earth develops powerful psychic abilities, signaling their evolution into a collective, transcendent form of life.
Book details
- Published
- 1995
- Latest edition
- 2018 · ISBN 9781509838431
- ISBN
- 9781509838431
View more editions (10)
| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Childhood's End | 2018 | 9781509838431 | Buy on Amazon |
| Childhood's End | 2012 | 9780575121744 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Childhood's End | 2012 | 9780795324970 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Childhood's End | 2012 | 9780795324987 | Buy on Amazon |
| Childhood's End | 2012 | 9780795324963 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Childhood's End | 2010 | 9780575088719 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Childhood's End | 2010 | 9781615875290 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Childhood's End | 2010 | 9780330514019 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Childhood's End | 2001 | 9780575072633 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Childhood's End | 2001 | 0345444051 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Childhood’s End?
Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke has 272 pages.
