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Summary: The greatest classic of all times
Review: This book is definetly a CLASSIC of all times(not only in SF).A must read for all SF lovers.I have read the book some 20-25 times so far and its simply mind-blowing.The whole concept is well thought of and pararells can be drawn to imperialism(religion and trade).You are made to realise the futility of trying to avoid destiny and realise that its the best to do the obvious in any situation.Definetly the best of all times.
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Summary: asimov's best work is the foundation series!
Review: A truly intriguing series that has kept me spellbound for quite a while. Of the fourteen books in the Robot, Empire, and Foundation series, I have seven of them. I just need to find the final of the Foundation series "Foundation and Earth". I just wish Mr. Asimov was here to keep the series going. Each book holds your attention with the drama and suspense of what's going to happen next. The imagination really soar's! Recommended for every Sci-Fi reader!
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Summary: A classic appropriate for scifi newcomers & series lovers
Review: First, I read quite a bit from all genres, primarily to expand my world. Foundation is a very good series, but here's a few reasons why this book might not expand *your* world: 1) you were a statistics/religion/philosophy major in college (it may annoy); 2) you want a book for entertainment, not to ponder (it may bore); 3) you really think character development is important in a book (it spans generations, hence little/no development); 4) You're already a scifi buff (most of the books you've read have already assimilated the ideas of Foundation -- credit where due!). Biggest reason to read: its robust, well-crafted universe. Other tidbits: I've tried to read this series a second time, but it can't sustain my interest quite like other 5-star selections.
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Summary: Superb Social Commentary and enjoyable reading!
Review: I feel sorry for anyone who read this book and felt it wasnt good. They obviously missed the boat big time. This book is not for those who have a short attention span, who need action & blood & guts violence or for people who cannot read between the lines. This book is a powerful commentary on the state of OUR world, that, as a society, we will not stay stagnent forever. It is also a very powerful commentary on the absurdity of religion. Read it if you would like to be educated and you like to think.
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Summary: Amazing Epic Story
Review: It was my first Asimov book, and I can't stop to read all of his books about Fundation and Robots. I think, it is Epic. It is not a fast-read book, it has little dialogs, but it is great !.
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Summary: What science fiction is all about
Review: I do not read science fiction, generally, but Asimov's fantastic tale of the future was so accesible, so fascinating and original, that it just blew me away and before I knew it I was hooked on the series. OK, OK, it's kinda dated; some characters are caught using "the futuristic version of the slide rule" and there are apparently no women at work on the Foundation Product, and EVERYTHING is powered by nuclear energy, but cut Ike some slack! This was the 50s, after all... Anyway, the series gets far more...progressive...as it goes along. And, to me anyway, the dated bits were more amusing than anything else. Anyway...in a genre convoluted by over-used lasers, aliens, and so on, Asmiov's FOUNDATION stands out as a story about the evolution of humanity. You don't have to be a sci-fi fan to enjoy this series, just a humanitarian. This is one of those books that should be long to everyone's private library!
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Summary: The Grand-Master Of Science Fiction At His Very Best!
Review: If you think you might even possibly like science fiction, this is a must read book!
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Summary: Foundation Trilogy=Science Fiction
Review: This is my favorite American Sci-fi. There are almost none of the crudities of most other American sci-fi. I prefer the Foundation and the first novella of Second Foundation to the latter half of the trilogy; Asimov grew a little tired of his main theme as he progressed, although he still has some memorable scenes, such as the description of Rossem. The French translation of this is itself a classic, and irons out Asimov's occasional 'mass-market' juvenilic elements into a very high level of literate expression. But the English is far from bad to begin with, and has, if not a Gibbonian, at least an H.G. Wellsian flavor. Asimov's later Foundation novels are far below the three volumes of the Foundation trilogy proper. They resemble the common run of American sci-fi - aimless plots, flavorless language, etc. I am always puzzled that some people don't think Asimov has convincing characters. Who remembers, or cares, about the characters of a Heinlein or Clarke? But Asimov has at least a dozen characters that are known to every sci-fi fan. Asimov possesses a masculine vigor of language and an episodical manner of imagination that pleases me very much.
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Summary: Wonderful book, except for the part with all the words.
Review: The first time I tried to read Foundation, I was six years old, and it was simply too complex for my developing mind. Just a few months ago, however, I was cleaning out my attic and came across the same old book. To ascertain it's actual nature as interpreted by the adult mind, I read it again. I was amazed not only by the sheer brillance and ingenuity of the ideas contained within it, not only by the grandiose size of the subject matter, but mostly by the writing, which I regarded as absolutely horrid. The plot is clunky, the conversations roll off the tongue like sandpaper covered in peanut butter, and the descriptions could have been written better by some obscure species of mosquito. As a book, it could be improved by changing the title from "Foundation" to "How Not to Write a Book" or "Please Steal These Ideas and Rewrite Them in English." I highly reccomend it to people for use as a very expensive and ineffective paperweight.
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Summary: Asimov's early work his best
Review: The best example around of Asimov's work. It is intellectual, interesting, and just plain entertaining. reading it, you can feel the danger that the fledgeling Foundation is in when threatened by its aggeressive neighbors and there are unconventional solutions. I have only two complaints. The book is dated and there is little action. Get past those and you're sure to enjoy the book.
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