Foundation and Empire

· Foundation Book 4 · Sold by Spectra
4.6
458 reviews
Ebook
272
Pages
Eligible

About this ebook

The second novel in Isaac Asimov’s classic science-fiction masterpiece, the Foundation series

THE EPIC SAGA THAT INSPIRED THE APPLE TV+ SERIES FOUNDATION

Led by its founding father, the psychohistorian Hari Seldon, and utilizing science and technology, the Foundation survived the greed and barbarism of its neighboring warrior-planets. Now cleverness and courage may not be enough. For the Empire—the mightiest force in the Galaxy—is even more dangerous in its death throes. Even worse, a mysterious entity called the Mule has appeared with powers beyond anything humanly conceivable. Who—or what—is the Mule? And how is humanity to defend itself against this invulnerable avatar of annihilation?

Filled with nail-biting suspense, nonstop action, and cutting-edge speculation, Foundation and Empire is the story of humanity’s perpetual struggle against the darkness that forever threatens to overwhelm the light—and of how the courage of even a determined few can make all the difference in the universe.

Ratings and reviews

4.6
458 reviews
A Google user
November 14, 2011
This second installment, written one year after the opening saga, introduces us to a score of memorable characters, who as to be expected in an Asimov universe, alter the course of history. Well, one might say they do or one might say that no, they simply help implement that which was already going to occur anyway. Regardless of how you split the existential question, what remains is a wonderful tale of heroic behavior, plot twists & motivation to jump as quickly as possible into the final chapter of this trilogy.
Did you find this helpful?
A Google user
April 11, 2008
Unlike "Foundation" this book gives you real characters you can follow throughout. And finally you are given your first woman character who acts on her own with power (or does she?). The character of the Mule is predictable and I guessed his identity immediately, his reasons are textbook. The Sheldon Plan has been waylayed because of the Mule and only a few can see it. I enjoy that it isn't the responsibility of the characters to get it back on track but to understand what is happening and why. 9-1998
Did you find this helpful?
Natalie Bernstein
July 23, 2015
Holy plot twist, Batman!!! Definitely had me chomping at the bit as the story progressed. Issac Asimov does not disappoint with the second installment of the Foundation series. Very excited to see what's in store for the elusive Second Foundation!!!
4 people found this review helpful
Did you find this helpful?

About the author

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 more than 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.

Rate this ebook

Tell us what you think.

Reading information

Smartphones and tablets
Install the Google Play Books app for Android and iPad/iPhone. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are.
Laptops and computers
You can listen to audiobooks purchased on Google Play using your computer's web browser.
eReaders and other devices
To read on e-ink devices like Kobo eReaders, you'll need to download a file and transfer it to your device. Follow the detailed Help Center instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders.