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The third and final book in the Galactic Empire series, the spectacular precursor to the classic Foundation series, by one of history’s most influential writers of science fiction, Isaac Asimov After years of bitter struggle, Trantor had at last completed its work—its Galactic Empire ruled all 200 million planets of the Galaxy . . . all but one. On a backward planet called Earth were those who nurtured bitter dreams of a mythical, half-remembered past when the planet was humanity’s only home. The other worlds despised it or merely patronized it—until a man from the past miraculously stepped through a time fault that spanned a millennium, living proof of Earth’s most preposterous claims. Joseph Schwartz was a happily retired Chicago tailor circa 1949. Trapped in an incredible future he could barely comprehend, the unlikely time traveler would soon become a pawn in a desperate conspiracy to bring down the Empire in a twist of agony and death—a mad plan to restore Earth’s tarnished glory by ending human life on every other world.
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"A fine read. As a result of an error in the laboratory, a man taking a walk is flung into a distant time where millions of stars in the universe are inhabited by humans. Earth is a radioactive planet thinly inhabited and earthlings are definitely second class citizens. Social commentary is handled deftly and the science fiction is well done. Assimov is a master story teller."
— Drew (4 out of 5 stars)
Pebble in the Sky Listener Reviews
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Colder68, 2/11/2023
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WILLIAM SOTTILE, 1/22/2023
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" Solid conclusion to the Empire Series. Really well paced book. "
— Dave, 2/20/2014 -
" Asimov's first novel is possibly his strongest - big ideas, a gripping plot with a surprise ending, a fascinating, fleshed-out future Earth - all without his normally over-dry writing style. "
— Arithmomaniac, 2/12/2014 -
" This is one of my all-time favorite books. "
— Karen, 1/29/2014 -
" One of Asimov's galactic empire series,taking place before the Foundation series. To read the whole series you should start with the Robot series first.that would be 14 books,I think I will give it a try. "
— Robert, 1/27/2014 -
" One of Asimov's early sci-fi stories. Interesting little tale about oppression and the vastness of scale of the universe. Interesting fit with the last science book I read. Not amazing, but still pretty good. "
— Hadrian, 1/26/2014 -
" Isaac Asimov's first published novel is a lot of fun, and seems a good introduction to his oeuvre (this is the first novel of his I've read, so I can only assume). There's something very appealing about a universe in which rationality is inextricably linked to morality, ethics and sound decision-making. He isn't the best prose writer out there (the way he jumps between POV characters from paragraph to paragraph is evidence enough), but he sets out to write an entertaining story that explores some interesting philosophical ideas, and he does so very well. "
— Zack, 1/21/2014 -
" I don't read much science fiction, but this was so compelling. Earth has done a job on itself and the future isn't bright. A real cautionary tale. "
— Marsha, 1/15/2014 -
" The premise of this story is so absurd that I won't bother repeating it. But this is some of the best story telling and plot-making I've encountered, of the thriller-adventure variety, so it's definitely worth a read. "
— Kevin, 12/2/2013 -
" The felt very plot oriented and the original main character never really got his problems resolved. "
— Austin, 11/26/2013 -
" If we only had the last three or four chapters, with the rest of this book scrunched into a very brief summary, this would have been a five-star book. "
— Merwyn, 11/25/2013 -
" Continually entertaining and challenging. I almost couldn't stand my emotional echo of the characters' frustration. "
— KayJae, 11/21/2013 -
" classic Science Fiction from the 50's "
— Phil, 11/21/2013 -
" This is the book that launched me into the Foundation series. Still one of my favorite books on my must-read-again list. "
— Chris, 7/31/2013 -
" Oops didn't realize this was book 3. Will need to go back and read 1 & 2. "
— penny, 6/2/2013 -
" Loved this book! Very well written, fascinating story! "
— Micaela, 3/5/2013 -
" Read but did not finish. Boring. "
— Carolien, 10/6/2012 -
" good classic sci-fi from the master. Time travel, radioactivity, Earth vs the galaxy, telepathy, what else do you need!??! :) "
— Matt, 8/13/2012 -
" Not bad for a first novel; his later fiction was much better. "
— Deedee, 6/21/2012 -
" What a slog. The first twenty pages we're great, from there it was hard to enjoy. I liked the time travel aspect, and wanted to read for completeness, but need a break from these books. "
— Du, 2/15/2012 -
" I'm glad I gave Asimov a second chance. Absolutely LOVED this book! The writing style still wasn't my favorite, but the plot was excellent and drew me right in. "
— Sarah, 12/27/2011 -
" reread this. A captivating look at the future. With any luck we will still be surviving in the galaxy in a thousand years. "
— Thomas, 10/4/2011 -
" I didn't know this was Asimov's first novel! It's pretty impressive. The story was engaging and original, but I think the very beginning was the strongest part. "
— Crystal, 8/30/2011 -
" decent little sci fi novel. asminov always plays like a 50s scifi movie focusing on the science and premise more than character. "
— Jamison, 4/21/2011 -
" Asimov was ahead of his time writing SF in the 1950's. The idea in this book is interesting although the science is a little outdated by modern standards. You can never go wrong reading an Asimov. Appropriate for all ages. "
— Troy, 4/16/2011 -
" One of Asimov's early sci-fi stories. Interesting little tale about oppression and the vastness of scale of the universe. Interesting fit with the last science book I read. Not amazing, but still pretty good. "
— Kaworu, 4/12/2011 -
" Again, Asimov gets clumsy when he writes about love and should stick to robots. Earth as radioactive galactic pariah whose claims to be the original planet of humanity no-one takes seriously is a nice touch, though. "
— Steve, 3/23/2011 -
" 2011.0203-2011.0207<br/>An odd mash-up of disconnected ideas intersect in an highly enjoyable classic Asimov Novel. Time travel, brain augmentation, political subterfuge all come out to good old fun. "
— Paul, 2/3/2011 -
" Grade B+. Also read 1977, grade B+. Book Ge3, Fh8. "
— John, 1/16/2011 -
" Bow down and worship at the feet of the great god of SF's first epic masterpiece. I can't believe it has taken me this long to finally read it! "
— Daniel, 1/3/2011 -
" Excellent - quick - listen. "
— Eva, 12/27/2010
About Isaac Asimov
Isaac Asimov (1920–1992) was born in the Soviet Union and came to the United States in 1923. He earned his PhD in chemistry in 1948, and in 1958 became a full-time writer. His writings include the Foundation Trilogy; I, Robot; Tomorrow’s Children; and numerous works of nonfiction touching on a range of scientific topics. Among his accolades are six Hugo awards, a SFWA Grand Master Award, and high praise from such luminaries as Kurt Vonnegut, Arthur C. Clarke, and Gene Roddenberry.