Norby the Mixed-Up Robot

Janet Asimov · Isaac Asimov

Jan 2010 · Courier Corporation

About this ebook

Meet Norby — he wants to help, but he's one mixed-up robot! When Space Academy cadet Jeff Wells needs tutoring for his course in Martian Swahili, he goes looking for a robot teacher. Norby possesses not only the usual robot skills but also an extraordinary array of powers, including antigravity and hyperspace capabilities. He's just a little fuzzy on how to use his gifts! Together, the boy and the robot must figure out a way to foil a sinister plot involving Ing the Ingrate, would-be Emperor of the Universe.
The first book of TheNorby Chronicles, this novel was written by Janet Asimov and her husband, Isaac Asimov — the author of I, Robot and many other robot stories. It's a great way to introduce young readers to the thrills of science fiction.

Ratings and reviews

First read this in the 6th grade. Loved the series and had to read them all.

About the author

Janet Jeppson Asimov is an M.D.-writer who has published 23 books and many science articles. Isaac Asimov, one of the best-known science fiction writers of all time, had over 500 fiction and nonfiction works to his credit, including the classic Foundation series.