About the Author
Isaac Asimov
ISBN 9780008516208
Rs. 958
HarperCollins
Forward the Foundation
Who it's for: fans of Asimov and classic science fiction
In Isaac Asimov's final novel, Forward the Foundation, Hari Seldon races against time to perfect his revolutionary theory of psychohistory. As the once-mighty Galactic Empire teeters on the brink of collapse, Seldon finds himself and his loved ones caught in a power struggle. Various factions, including a populist demagogue, the weak-willed Emperor Cleon I, and a ruthless general, seek to control psychohistory for their own ends. Seldon must protect his life's work and find his true heirs, a quest that begins with his granddaughter and the dream of a new Foundation.Why You Should Read? Experience the culmination of one of science fiction's most iconic series, completed just before Asimov's passing. Delve into the intricate political machinations and intellectual challenges faced by Hari Seldon as he develops psychohistory. Witness the dramatic struggle to preserve humanity's future amidst the decline of a vast galactic empire. Discover the origins of the Foundation and the pivotal role Seldon's granddaughter plays in its inception. About the AuthorIsaac Asimov (1920-1992) was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. He was a prolific writer, publishing or editing more than 500 books and an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. His works span a wide range of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and non-fiction, and he is widely considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke.
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- Final novel by Isaac Asimov, completing the Foundation saga
- Focuses on Hari Seldon's development of psychohistory
- Political intrigue with a populist demagogue, Emperor Cleon I, and a ruthless general
- Seldon's quest to find his true heirs, including his granddaughter
- Set against the backdrop of the Galactic Empire's decline
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All by Isaac Asimov →Questions about this book
Is this the last book in the Foundation series?
Yes, it is Asimov's final novel, completing the series.
Who is the main character?
Hari Seldon, the creator of psychohistory.
What is psychohistory?
A theory that combines history and mathematics to predict the future of large populations.
Does the book focus on the Foundation itself?
It focuses on Seldon's efforts to establish the Foundation and find his heirs.




