by Isaac Asimov
First published 1945
The mighty Galactic Empire crumbles, and the future hangs by a thread. Psychohistorian Hari Seldon's Foundation seeks to guide civilization through the coming chaos. But when a ruthless Imperial general targets the Foundation, the scholars must use their wits to outmaneuver the decaying Empire's vast forces. In this high-stakes clash of galactic power, the Foundation's very survival is at stake.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, political-thriller, epic
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, underdog
234 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Del Rey/Ballantine Books