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Summary: Touching but slightly overlong story
Review: Our protaganist robot, Andrew, has feelings and abilities that are extraordinary in a robot -- especially an "Asimov" robot. While interesting and touching, the story behind Andrew's quest to be human (or be accepted as such) is much more Silverberg than Asimov. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, since Silverberg is a fair storyteller, and the author of many fine books. My general criticisms of this book are as follows:
- The book is only partially faithful to the Asimov universe.
- Silverberg makes great leaps from one unlikely activity on Andrew's part to another.
- Despite his valiant efforts at including science, Silverberg is much more an author of fantasy than true Sci-fi and this book is no exception. I must conclude that it was a nice read, but..
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Summary: The Positronic Man
Review: A heartwarming tale and a sad history. An amazingly accurate satire of our civilization and our own inhumanity. Touching to say the least. If you have never read a book by Asimov, this is the one that will hook you. If you have, this book will reaffirm your commitment to the master of Science Fiction
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Summary: If you like the 'Robots' - read this !
Review: A neat moving story. If you like the Asimov robots, you should read this. It does not exactly fit in with the Robot Series - but it is fun and thought provoking.
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Summary: Required Reading
Review: After seeing the movie "Bicentennial Man", I ran straight to the library to pick up "The Positronic Man." (I was surprised to find the book 'out of print', especially with the recent release of the movie.) This is the first Sci-Fi book I have ever read, and first review I have offered. I have not been in high school in some time, but this book should be required reading! I'm sure it would bring some hefty discussions on the issues of humanity, morality and mortality. A very thought-provoking, fascinating book and a joy to read.
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Summary: Required Reading
Review: After seeing the movie "Bicentennial Man", I ran straight to the library to pick up "The Positronic Man." (I was surprised to find the book 'out of print', especially with the recent release of the movie.) This is the first Sci-Fi book I have ever read, and first review I have offered. I have not been in high school in some time, but this book should be required reading! I'm sure it would bring some hefty discussions on the issues of humanity, morality and mortality. A very thought-provoking, fascinating book and a joy to read.
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Summary: An inspiring story, a change from your average sci-fi
Review: Asimov and Silverberg have written a masterpiece. Andrew's perseverence is something that we should all admire. Definitely read it if you are an "I Robot" fan. But when reading it be prepared for a very deep, and somewhat sad ending.
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Summary: An inspiring novel that truly makes you think
Review: Beyond the fantastic tale Asimov and Silverberg wove, there are deep underlying philosophical issues addressed in this book, but not in a boring way. The story just causes you to think after you set it down. A great read!
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Summary: What is a man?
Review: I enjoyed this book immensly. I couldn't put it down. Here is a robot longing to be human (Star Trek fans....remind you of anyone?) and striving in many ways to find out what that is. In the end, an intriguing idea of what makes us human. Easy reading and thoughtful.
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Summary: What is a man?
Review: I enjoyed this book immensly. I couldn't put it down. Here is a robot longing to be human (Star Trek fans....remind you of anyone?) and striving in many ways to find out what that is. In the end, an intriguing idea of what makes us human. Easy reading and thoughtful.
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Summary: The original is better
Review: I found this book to have a fascinating concept that fell short of expectation. Except for Little Miss and Sir, Andrew's family never developed well as we sped through generations. I thought it remarkable how NDR become increasingly more manipulative as he became more "human." Interesting worldview. I wonder why the authors' hadn't explored a marriage for Andrew to see just how he handled the real world...
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