Fans of real science fiction are probably familiar with the work of Isaac Asimov. This is an American writer, a popularizer of science. On his account a record number of books - more than 500. Isaac repeatedly became the winner of the Nebula and Hugo Prizes. Still, it cannot be said that all of his works are equally good, here, like everywhere else, the truth works: "Taste and color ...". If you do not want to be disappointed, read our article.
Below is a selection of books by Isaac Asimov that most readers liked. You can choose a decent option, and then decide whether you want to get acquainted with his other works. What if you like it so much that you decide to read all of his books? Let's get started.
We present to you a list of the 10 best books by Isaac Asimov - exciting science fiction books about robots and humans.
10. Profession
Year of publication - 1957. The story takes place in the distant future. Many areas, including education, have undergone significant changes. Now children do not go to school. All the necessary knowledge is written to the brain through a unique learning machine. When a child turns 8 years old, he “gets” writing and reading skills.
At the age of 18, machines determine the abilities and talents of a person, on the basis of this, they are assigned profession. There is no choice, but people are more than happy with this state of affairs.
George Playten wanted to do programming since childhood. He put maximum effort for this: independent study of books. What will be the test results, and will George be able to achieve his goal?
9. Second Academy
The novel was published in 1953. Included in the cycle "Foundation" and consists of two parts.
Mule is the ruler of the Empire, which includes the former worlds of the First Foundation. Soon he realizes that the Second Fund has planned the evil, he is carrying out subversive work. The mule instructs General Han Pritcher, he must find the location of a potential enemy. Each time Han returns with nothing, then Mule gives him an assistant ...
Readers note that "Second Academy"Full of surprises. Further events seem easy to predict, but no. A confusing story with an unexpected denouement.
8. Detective Elijah Bailey and Robot Daniel Olivo
This is a cycle that consists of science fiction novels and novels. Isaac Asimov created it for 36 years (1949 - 1985).
Relations between the "cosmonites" (residents of the former colonies of the Earth) and earthlings are tense. While the former enjoy life in the external worlds, the latter are forced to exist in difficult conditions. The planet is overpopulated, people live in huge anthill cities.
Soon, an event occurs that can shake the fragile world between these two species of living things. Cosmonite killed on Earth, the protagonists of the series will investigate this matter Detective Elijah Bailey and Robot Daniel Olivo. They understand that this is a very important mission, the future of civilization depends on the results of the investigation.
7. Naked sun
The book "Naked sun"Came out in 1956, is part of the cycle of detective Bailey. Now the murder has occurred in one of the Outer worlds. Relations between cosmonites and earthlings are too tense. A conflict may arise, which is likely to end with the death of planet Earth.
Before Elijah Bailey set an unattainable goal - he must learn about the weaknesses of the cosmonites. Upon arrival on the planet Solarium, the detective meets his old familiar robot. He agrees to help Bailey. The situation is not simple, because the Solarium has its own rules. Elijah is not one who is used to giving up, he begins his investigation ...
6. The arrival of the night
A science fiction story published in 1941. It is considered one of the best in its genre. The action takes place on the planet Kalgash. Six heavenly bodies illuminate it. Every 2049 years a tragedy takes place here. All living things perish. There is very little left, and again this period will come.
Scientist Aton-77 is studying this phenomenon, he is trying to prevent the death of Kalgash. He manages to find information on religious subjects. According to her, once in 2049, darkness sets in, stars light up in the sky, and they suck out people's souls.
Of course, Aton-77 does not believe these tales, he finds a scientific explanation of the phenomenon. He is trying to save the inhabitants of the planet, but they refuse to help. Then Aton-77 hides his family in a refuge. Together with his associates, he is preparing for the coming of night…
5. The End of Eternity
A novel published in 1955. Some critics call him Asimov’s best work. The classic story is time travel.
A unique organization with the beautiful name “Eternity” has been created. She is able to move in time, her members are called "eternal", they can live forever. That's just along with immortality, they received cruelty. Now people from different eras become their toys. An ordinary technician, Andrew Harlan, stands in the way of this organization. Maybe he can bring end of Eternity…
4. The basis
This is a cycle of novels by Asimov, which received great success. He repeatedly entered into various ratings of the best science fiction works.
The series takes place in a superstate - the Galactic Empire. Mathematician Seldon is developing a new science of “psychohistory”. He learns that the Empire will soon fall. Dark ages will come. Then the idea comes to Seldon - to create an organization "Base"That can revive civilization ...
3. I, the robot
A storybook that was released in 1950. He had a great influence on modern science fiction literature. He was republished many times and translated into different languages. The book "I am robot"Repeatedly filmed.
The narrative is conducted in the form of an interview with the robopsychologist Susan Kelvin. The doctor has been working in this field for over 50 years. During this time, she could watch how robots gradually become part of their usual lives.
2. Bicentennial man
The story, published in 1976, is part of a series of stories about automatic devices - robots.
The main character of the book "Bicentennial man"- a robot of the NDR series. He is taken to the house of Gerald Martin, he must serve as a butler.
A little girl lives in the house, she gives the robot a name. From now on, his name is Andrew. It soon turns out that the robot has talent - it makes beautiful wood crafts. Gerald relieves Andrew of his previous duties and consults with manufacturers on the abilities of the robot.
Andrew install an additional unit. He even has his own little business. Martin assists him in the implementation of crafts. He opens a bank account in the name of the robot. Andrew wants to be more like a man ...
1. The gods themselves
The novel was published in 1972. Consists of three parts. In a parallel universe, there are unusual creatures - three-sexed. The laws of physics that operate there are very different from those in our world.
Meanwhile, radio chemist Frederick Hallem is creating an electronic pump. It is nothing but an inexhaustible source of clean energy. Mankind is happy with this invention, people even get the feeling that they "gods themselves". A little time will pass, and they will know what price they will have to pay for such a gift of fate ...