Length8m
About this audiobook
Publicity Campaign" is a short science fiction story by Arthur C. Clarke, originally published in 1953 in the London Evening News.
It explores the themes of communication and xenophobia, focusing on an alien expedition attempting to interact with Earthlings. The story depicts an alien race facing difficulties understanding and interacting with humans due to their xenophobia, ultimately leading to a drastic, though seemingly necessary, solution.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (17)
Includes Amazon
GenreScience Fiction, Literary Classics
Length8 mins
Narrated byPeter Coates
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateMay 30, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Publicity Campaign - Intro
2Publicity Campaign
3Publicity Campaign - Outro
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