Foundation

8 books in series
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Summary

Humankind is dying out, and the Galactic Empire is on the brink of collapse. The Foundation hopes to preserve the best and brightest for future generations. But is it too late to avoid the Age of Ignorance or can the Foundation preserve the last hope for humanity?

This science-fiction book series by author Isaac Asimov has been praised for its poignant message and action-packed plot. Asimov explores what might happen if we come to the end of the natural environment in which we live. Do we have a Plan B? Asimov builds a thrilling world of science, fantasy, and wonder, effortlessly mixing existential questions with classic science fiction tropes.

One of the greatest all-time series of its genre, Foundation is a standard-bearer in thorough and exciting world-building. From characters such as Hari Seldon to topical themes of world destruction, war and self-destruction, Isaac Asimov's Foundation series is an award-nominated masterpiece. Fans will love the other-worldly escapism of a well-thought-out sci-fi epic adventure while being able to identify and relate with the events and planetary concerns that threaten the character's lives and the future history of the wider galaxy. What does the future of the world look like? Will we even be around to see it?

Scott Brick lends his experienced voice to narrating this Audible audiobook series. A veteran of many science fiction audiobooks, Brick narrates five of the seven titles while Larry McKeever, another experienced voice, lends his talents to books five and six in the series. Together these professionals add the drama, excitement and depth that Isaac Asimov's much-loved series deserves.

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