Book Details
Format
Audiobook
Language
English
Published
Oct 28, 2008
Publisher
Audible Studios
Description
Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins
The Overlords appeared suddenly over every city - intellectually, technologically, and militarily superior to humankind. Benevolent, they made few demands: unify earth, eliminate poverty, and end war. With little rebellion, humankind agreed, and a golden age began.
But at what cost? With the advent of peace, man ceases to strive for creative greatness, and a malaise settles over the human race. To those who resist, it becomes evident that the Overlords have an agenda of their own.
As civilization approaches the crossroads, will the Overlords spell the end for humankind...or the beginning?
BONUS AUDIO: Includes an exclusive introduction by Hugo Award-winning author Robert J. Sawyer, who explains why this novel, written in the 1950s, is still relevant today.
©2001 Arthur C. Clarke (P)2008 Audible, Inc.
The Overlords appeared suddenly over every city - intellectually, technologically, and militarily superior to humankind. Benevolent, they made few demands: unify earth, eliminate poverty, and end war. With little rebellion, humankind agreed, and a golden age began.
But at what cost? With the advent of peace, man ceases to strive for creative greatness, and a malaise settles over the human race. To those who resist, it becomes evident that the Overlords have an agenda of their own.
As civilization approaches the crossroads, will the Overlords spell the end for humankind...or the beginning?
BONUS AUDIO: Includes an exclusive introduction by Hugo Award-winning author Robert J. Sawyer, who explains why this novel, written in the 1950s, is still relevant today.
©2001 Arthur C. Clarke (P)2008 Audible, Inc.
Genres
Mystery
Science Fiction
Dystopian
Thriller & Suspense
Children’s
Action & Adventure
Religion & Spirituality
Science & Technology
History
Business & Economics
Fantasy
Travel
Reviews
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In the Retro Hugo Award–nominated novel that inspired the Syfy miniseries, alien invaders bring peace to Earth—at a grave price.
May 3rd 2026
Like a lot of others, this book had been sitting on my bookshelf for some considerable time! So glad I have final dusted it off and read it. A good read overall, it will be interesting to see this adapted into the forthcoming TV mini series.
January 22nd 2026
This book was both boring and interesting. The ending 10 chapters were good but everything else bored me.
December 19th 2025