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Forward the Foundation (Foundation: Prequel #2)

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Science Fiction Fiction Fantasy Classics

by Isaac Asimov

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4.13 (31.7K ratings)
calendar_today 1993
description 464 pages

Forward the Foundation by Isaac Asimov holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 31.7K reader ratings. First published in 1993. The book spans 464 pages.

About Forward the Foundation

Librarian's Note: Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found hereHere, from a grand master of science fiction, is the long awaited final novel of the greatest series ever told. Completed just before his death, Forward The Foundation is the crowning achievement of a great writer's life, a stirring testament to the creative genius of Isaac Asimov. As Hari Seldon struggles to perfect his revolutionary theory of psychohistory and ensure a place for humanity among the stars, the great Galactic Empire totters on the brink of apocalyptic collapse. Caught in the maelstrom are Seldon and all he holds dear, pawns in the struggle for dominance. Whoever can control Seldon will control psychohistory—and with it the future of the Galaxy. Among those seeking to turn psychohistory into the greatest weapon known to man are a populist political demagogue, the weak-willed Emperor Cleon I, and a ruthless militaristic general. In his last act of service to humankind, Hari Seldon must somehow save his life's work from their grasp as he searches for is true heirs—a search the begins with his own granddaughter and the dream of a new Foundation.

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Author Isaac Asimov
Published 1993
Pages 464
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics
Average Rating 4.13 / 5.00
Total Ratings 31,686

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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31.7K ratings
With a rating of 4.13, Forward the Foundation is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Forward the Foundation?

Forward the Foundation is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Forward the Foundation worth reading?

Based on 31.7K reader ratings, Forward the Foundation has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Forward the Foundation?

Forward the Foundation has 464 pages.

Who wrote Forward the Foundation?

Forward the Foundation was written by Isaac Asimov. It was first published in 1993.

What is the ISBN for Forward the Foundation?

The ISBN-13 for Forward the Foundation is 9780553565070.0.

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