In Isaac Asimov's final novel, Forward the Foundation, Hari Seldon races against time to perfect his revolutionary theory of psychohistory. As the once-mighty Galactic Empire teeters on the brink of collapse, Seldon finds himself and his loved ones caught in a power struggle. Various factions, including a populist demagogue, the weak-willed Emperor Cleon I, and a ruthless general, seek to control psychohistory for their own ends. Seldon must protect his life's work and find his true heirs, a quest that begins with his granddaughter and the dream of a new Foundation.
Why You Should Read?
- Experience the culmination of one of science fiction's most iconic series, completed just before Asimov's passing.
- Delve into the intricate political machinations and intellectual challenges faced by Hari Seldon as he develops psychohistory.
- Witness the dramatic struggle to preserve humanity's future amidst the decline of a vast galactic empire.
- Discover the origins of the Foundation and the pivotal role Seldon's granddaughter plays in its inception.
About the Author
Isaac Asimov (1920-1992) was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. He was a prolific writer, publishing or editing more than 500 books and an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. His works span a wide range of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and non-fiction, and he is widely considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke.