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“If all human beings understood history, they might cease making the same stupid mistakes over and over.”

Quote by Isaac Asimov

Book:Prelude to Foundation

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Prelude to Foundation

In this science fiction novel, readers are introduced to the complex political and social landscape of a distant future. The story delves into the intricate web of power struggles and the rise of a new civilization, setting the stage for the epic saga that follows in 'Foundation'. more

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Isaac Asimov, born on January 2, 1920 in Poland and died on April 6, 1992 in the United States, was a renowned American science fiction author, science writer, and literary critic, known as the 'Father of Science Fiction'. His works covered a wide range of science fiction themes, including robots, space exploration, and time travel, and had a profound impact on science fiction literature and the popularization of science. more

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Book:Second foundation

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