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The Foundation Trilogy (Foundation, #1-3)

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Science Fiction Fiction Classics Fantasy

by Isaac Asimov

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4.39 (72.3K ratings)
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description 679 pages

The Foundation Trilogy by Isaac Asimov holds a highly rated rating of 4.39 out of 5, based on 72.3K reader ratings. First published in 1953. The book spans 679 pages.

About The Foundation Trilogy

A THOUSAND-YEAR EPIC, A GALACTIC STRUGGLE, A MONUMENTAL WORK IN THE ANNALS OF SCIENCE FICTION FOUNDATION begins a new chapter in the story of man's future. As the Old Empire crumbles into barbarism throughout the million worlds of the galaxy, Hari Seldon and his band of psychologists must create a new entity, the Foundation-dedicated to art, science, and technology-as the beginning of a new empire. FOUNDATION AND EMPIRE describes the mighty struggle for power amid the chaos of the stars in which man stands at the threshold of a new enlightened life which could easily be destroyed by the old forces of barbarism. SECOND FOUNDATION follows the Seldon Plan after the First Empire's defeat and describes its greatest threat-a dangerous mutant strain gone wild, which produces a mind capable of bending men's wills, directing their thoughts, reshaping their desires, and destroying the universe.

Detail Value
Author Isaac Asimov
Published 1953
Pages 679
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy
Average Rating 4.39 / 5.00
Total Ratings 72,311

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.4
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72.3K ratings
With a rating of 4.39, The Foundation Trilogy is rated above 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 The Foundation Trilogy?

The Foundation Trilogy is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Foundation Trilogy worth reading?

Based on 72.3K reader ratings, The Foundation Trilogy has an average score of 4.39 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Foundation Trilogy?

The Foundation Trilogy has 679 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Foundation Trilogy?

The Foundation Trilogy was written by Isaac Asimov. It was first published in 1953.

What is the ISBN for The Foundation Trilogy?

The ISBN-13 for The Foundation Trilogy is 9780380508560.0.

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