Average Bufph Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Ellen Condliffe Lagemann
1999-07-22
"Foundations are socially and politically significant, but this simple fact... has mostly been ignored by students of American history.... This collection represents an important contribution to an emerging field." -- Kenneth Prewitt, Social Science Research Council
Asimov's grand narrative on the rise and fall of civilizations offers a rigorous exploration of sociopolitical dynamics through the lens of psychohistory. The intricate web of interconnected events and characters provides a compelling examination of the cyclical nature of history and the role of individuals in shaping the future. The philosophical depth and the speculative rigor of the narrative are both stimulating and thought-provoking, making it a compelling addition to the genre of hard science fiction.
