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The city and the stars

by Arthur C. Clarke

Set a billion years in the future, this novel follows Alvin, a curious resident of the domed and tightly controlled city of Diaspar. Driven to explore the barren world outside, he embarks on a quest to uncover the truth of humanity's forgotten history and future.

Accession 15112 ISBN 0552094730 Publisher Corgi Books
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