82 pages • 2 hours read
Isaac AsimovFoundation
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1951A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Isaac Asimov's Foundation is celebrated for its innovative concept and grand scope, making it a cornerstone of sci-fi literature. Critics praise its intellectual depth and compelling narrative. However, some find the character development lacking and the writing style dated. Regardless, it remains a significant and influential work in the genre.
Who Should Read Foundation?
Fans of epic science fiction with complex world-building and sociopolitical intrigue will enjoy Foundation by Isaac Asimov. Readers who appreciate the grand scope of works like Frank Herbert's Dune or Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey will find Asimov's exploration of a future galactic empire compelling.
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Reading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
830L