Foundation (Foundation #1)
by Isaac Asimov
Foundation by Isaac Asimov holds a highly rated rating of 4.13 out of 5, based on 279.7K reader ratings. First published in 1951. The book spans 244 pages.
About Foundation
For twelve thousand years the Galactic Empire has ruled supreme. Now it is dying. But only Hari Seldon, creator of the revolutionary science of psychohistory, can see into the future -- to a dark age of ignorance, barbarism, and warfare that will last thirty thousand years. To preserve knowledge and save mankind, Seldon gathers the best minds in the Empire -- both scientists and scholars -- and brings them to a bleak planet at the edge of the Galaxy to serve as a beacon of hope for a future generations. He calls his sanctuary the Foundation.But soon the fledgling Foundation finds itself at the mercy of corrupt warlords rising in the wake of the receding Empire. Mankind's last best hope is faced with an agonizing choice: submit to the barbarians and be overrun -- or fight them and be destroyed.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Isaac Asimov |
| Published | 1951 |
| Pages | 244 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.13 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 279,688 |
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What genre is Foundation?
Foundation is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Foundation worth reading?
Based on 279.7K reader ratings, Foundation has an average score of 4.13 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Foundation?
Foundation has 244 pages.
Who wrote Foundation?
Foundation was written by Isaac Asimov. It was first published in 1951.
What is the ISBN for Foundation?
The ISBN-13 for Foundation is 9780553803720.0.
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