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The Nine Billion Names of God

The Best Short Stories of Arthur C. Clarke

by Arthur C. Clarke · 1974 · 240 pages

Brian Cox
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About This Book

A collection of short stories featuring the titular tale of Tibetan monks who hire computer engineers to automate the sacred task of listing every possible name for God. The works explore the profound intersection of technology, metaphysics, and the cosmic destiny of humanity.

Book Details

Published

1974

Pages

240

Language

en

ISBN

9780451117151

Awards & Recognition

Retrospective Hugo Award for Best Short Story (2004)

Audiobook Available

0h 17m
Narrated by Chas Burns

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