The achievements of Sir Arthur C. Clarke, unique among his peers, bridge the arts and sciences. His works and his authorship have ranged from scientific discovery to science fiction, from technical application to entertainment. Amongst the works for which he is best known are 2001: A Space Odyssey and the TV series, Arthur C. Clarke’s Mysterious World. In 1998, his lifetime work was recognised by H.M. The Queen when he was honoured with a knighthood.

Read an excerpt from Sir Arthur C. Clarke’s guest essay on climate change and technology.