New Releases by Isaac Asimov

The final collaboration between two of science fiction''s greatest names chronicles the extraordinary life of a robot whose experimental brain turns out to have unique capabilities that lead him to desire to be declared human. His "biography" is a fascinating discussion of what it means to be human.

Here are more than 700 of Isaac Asimov''s favorite jokes, cleverest limericks and funniest stories.

Science fiction story by Isaac Asimov, about a Neanderthal boy whom scientists have transported through time for scientific testing. A conflict arises when a dispassionate nurse suddenly refuses to let the boy be returned to his era.

Discusses the causes and damaging effects of oil spills and ways to protect the land and sea from oil pollution.

From the world''s greatest science writer, a history of the world from the Big Bang to 1945, told in irresistible short takes and highlighted by a timeline.

The first novel in Isaac Asimov’s classic science-fiction masterpiece, the Foundation series THE EPIC SAGA THAT INSPIRED THE APPLE TV+ SERIES FOUNDATION • Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels 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. The Foundation novels of Isaac Asimov are among the most influential in the history of science fiction, celebrated for their unique blend of breathtaking action, daring ideas, and extensive worldbuilding. In Foundation, Asimov has written a timely and timeless novel 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.

From Isaac Asimov, the Hugo Award-winning Grand Master of Science Fiction, comes five decades of robot visions: thirty-four landmark stories and essays—including three rare tales—gathered together in one volume. Meet all of Asimov’s most famous creations including: Robbie, the very first robot that his imagination brought to life; Susan Calvin, the original robot psychologist; Stephen Byerley, the humanoid robot; and the famous human/robot detective team of Lije Bailey and R. Daneel Olivaw, who have appeared in such bestselling novels as The Robots of Dawn and Robots and Empire. Let the master himself guide you through the key moments in the fictional history of robot-human relations—from the most primitive computers and mobile machines to the first robot to become a man. “It’s good to have Isaac’s classic robot stories, and his commentary on them, in one handsome volume.”—Arthur C. Clarke

An enthralling collection of short stories from the award-winning science fiction writer of I, Robot and The Foundation, Isaac Asimov. Originally published in various magazines, this volume includes some of Asimov’s self-described personal favorite short stories, including “Franchise” and “The Last Question.” It also includes “Nightfall,” a story about a planet that only experiences night once every 2,049 years, which the Science Fiction Writers of America has voted as the best science fiction story ever written. The many fans of Isaac Asimov’s work won’t want to miss this wonderful collection of short fiction from the sci fi master.

These two renowned writers have invented a world not unlike our own--a world on the edge of chaos, torn between the madness of religious fanaticism and the stubborn denial of scientists. Only a handful of people on the planet Lagash are prepared to face the truth--that their six suns are setting all at once for the first time in 2,000 years, signaling the end of civilization! Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Gathers tales of mystery by Twain, Dickens, Hardy, Poe, Irving, and Dumas

In this, his 23rd published collection of essays, the good doctor transports the reader through an awesome universe of discovery that stretches from the Earth''s core to the farthest reaches of outer space -- book cover.

The wishes of the demon Azazel always seem to go wrong in this collection of stories.

An American scientist is abducted and flown to the U.S.S.R. There he is to be part of a team of scientists to be miniaturized to molecular size and travel to the brain of a dying Soviet scientist to untap the secrets held there.

Two novels deal with time travel and a dangerous new invention, and are accompanied by stories about space warfare, time viewing, and extraterrestrials

This mystery collection presents many selections never before collected in book form and nemerous selections chosen by the author himself from his famous "Black Widower" and "Union Club" series, as well ad a wide variety of other stories.

The deep. Roi''s mission was vital to the very survival of his alien species. But to succeed, he must face an ordeal his race considered obscene--mothering ...

Dr. Kelden Amadiro is determined to bring total annihilation of the planet Earth, but Lady Gladia vows to stop him at any cost and seal Earth''s fate and all who live there.

Rev. ed. of: Asimov''s Guide to science. c1972. Bibliography: p. 885-893. Includes indexes. Scientific terms and developments are described for the layman.

Asimov at his best! A 21-story salute featuring: * A levitating professor * Alien traders bringing something to sell * A black hole hurtling toward Earth * The universe being created * And many other matters of great import!

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A collection of all of Isaac Asimov''s robot stories, including some which have never before appeared in a book.

Three thousand unusual facts are grouped in almost 100 different categories, including "About Kings," "America''s Revolution," "Animal World," "Energy" "Into the Air," "Laws," "Military Secrets," "Solar System," and "Words."

The second volume of the autobiography of scientist and prolific author, Isaac Asimov.

The first volume of the autobiography of a prominent scientist and prolific author, covering the first thirty-four years of his life.

"Here is a lifetime harvest of Isaac Asimov''s favorite anecdotes, jokes, puns, and scandalous verse--640 selections in all. Everything is included, from the original shaggy-dog story (in mercifully truncated form) to famous put-downs from ancient history, from the cerebral whimsies of Talmudic wit to the bawdiness of the barracks ... The author has interwoven the tales with very personal running commentary, providing much informed advice on how to tell them effectively. He offers further anecdotes from his own experiences, both on the lecture platform and at parties great and small, as well as gleanings from his philosophy of what humor (and life) is all about." --

Shakespeare''s genius is marked by his rare ability to appeal to theatergoers of all types and all levels of education. But for most modern folks, the Greek and Roman mythology and history, let alone the history of England and the geography of sixteenth-century Europe that his works are laden with, are hardly within our grasp. Isaac Asimov comes to making obscure issues clear to the layperson, selects key passages from 38 of the great bard''s plays plus two of his narrative poems and, with the help of beautifully rendered maps an figures, illuminates us about their historical and mythological background.