Childhood's End

Earth's Transformation into Utopia

Earth has become a Utopia, guided by a strange unseen people from outer space whose staggering powers have eradicated war, cruelty, poverty, and racial inequality. When the 'Overlords' finally reveal themselves, their horrific form makes little impression. Then comes the sign that the Overlords have been waiting for.

The Children and the Overlords' Mission

• A child begins to dream strangely - and develops remarkable powers.
• Soon, this happens to every child.
• The truth of the Overlords' mission is finally revealed to the human race.

A classic of the science fiction genre, "Childhood's End" is an intelligent, beautifully written exploration of what it means to be human from the inimitable Arthur C. Clarke.