TYPE: 3 book Box Set (Foundation, Foundation and Empire, Second Foundation)
GENRE: science fiction (psychohistory, history, religion, politics)
CONDITION: New
PUBLISHER: Del Rey Books
PUBLISHED: 7 June 2022
ISBN: 0593499573
PAGES: 816
DESCRIPTION/SYNOPSIS:
The original trilogy of Isaac Asimov's bestselling science fiction masterpiece, the Foundation series, in a striking boxed set package
WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES
THE EPIC SAGA THAT INSPIRED THE APPLE TV+ SERIES FOUNDATION * Nominated as one of America's best-loved series by PBS's The Great American Read
For twelve thousand years the Galactic Empire has ruled supreme. Now it is dying. But only Hari Seldon, creator of the revolutionary science of psychohistory, can see into the future-to a dark age of ignorance, barbarism, and warfare that will last thirty thousand years. To preserve knowledge and save humankind, Seldon gathers the best minds in the Empire-both scientists and scholars-and brings them to a bleak planet at the edge of the galaxy to serve as a beacon of hope for future generations. He calls his sanctuary the Foundation.
Collected in this boxed set, Foundation, Foundation and Empire, and Second Foundation form the celebrated original trilogy that started it all. One of the most influential in the history of science fiction, the Foundation series is celebrated for its unique blend of breathtaking action, daring ideas, and extensive worldbuilding. Here, Asimov has written a timely and timeless saga of the best-and worst-that lies in humanity, and the power of even a few courageous souls to shine a light in a universe of darkness
About Isaac Asimov
Isaac Asimov began his Foundation series at the age of twenty-one, not realizing that it would one day be considered a cornerstone of science fiction. During his legendary career, Asimov penned over 470 books on subjects ranging from science to Shakespeare to history, though he was most loved for his award-winning science fiction sagas, which include the Robot, Galactic Empire, and Foundation series. Named a Grand Master of Science Fiction by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Asimov entertained and educated readers of all ages for close to five decades. He died in 1992.
Reviews
"Foundation Trilogy" by Isaac Asimov is indeed a beloved science fiction series that has captivated readers for decades. Asimov's imaginative storytelling and intricate plotlines have made it a timeless classic in the genre.”
“Anonymous”
“Foundation by Isaac Asimov is brilliant. If you are looking for a plot that is simple, character-driven, and takes place over a short period of time, this probably isn’t what you’re looking for.”
“The Fantasy Reviews”
This is a very politically driven part of Foundation and I loved it.
“The Encyclopedists”
A perfect gift for the lovers of science fiction, practical engineering and physics
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- New - brand new and never owned.
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- Excellent - minor signs of use, may be almost 'as-new' except for a single scratch, small tear or scuff. A healthy firm spine, pages are still well aligned. Excellent vintage books will have more signs of ware than recently published books.
- Great - very obvious signs of use, may have a single bent page or a some cover fading. Spine is still strong, but pages may not all line up perfectly when book is closed.
- Unsellable - books that I don't bother purchasing for resale and will not appear on this store; many bent torn or folded pages, great sign of wear, stains on pages, sticky/stuck pages, large tears, weak spine and/or lose pages destroyed front/back cover.
Some tanning or darkening of vintage book pages is not considered a sign of poor condition, this is an attribute of all aging books, just like the nostalgic 'old book smell.'
Returns / Exchanges:
- 30 day change of mind returns accepted excluding microscopy prints.
- Customer to cover postage for change of mind returns.
- 12 months warranty included with all products excluding microscopy prints. Replacement, store credit or refund offered. Contact us and provide photos.
- All orders are insured against postal damage. A free replacement, store credit or refunds offered for items damaged in post. Contact us ASAP if postal damage occurs and provide photos.
All microscopy prints are covered by separate return and warranty policies, based on archival ratings.
