by Isaac Asimov
First published 1951
As the Galactic Empire decays, only the psychohistorian Hari Seldon can foresee its collapse into a 30,000-year dark age. Gathering the brightest minds, Seldon establishes the Foundation, a beacon of knowledge on the edge of the galaxy. But the fledgling colony soon faces corrupt warlords rising from the Empire's ashes. Mankind's last chance must choose: submit as slaves, or risk annihilation to fight for freedom.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, political-thriller, epic
Vibes: epic, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
231 pages · Paperback · Harper Voyager