Robot Dreams by Isaac Asimov (English) Paperback Book

Description: Robot Dreams by Isaac Asimov, Ralph McQuarrie Robot Dreams spans the body of Asimovs fiction from the 1940s to the mid-80s, and features classic Asimovian themes, from the scientific puzzle to the extraterrestrial thriller, all introduced in an exclusive essay written especially for this collection. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From Isaac Asimov-the bestselling author of I, Robot and Foundation-comes a collection of 20 of his best science fiction stories."His name is synonymous with all that is best in science fiction."-The New York TimesIn a career spanning nearly fifty years, Isaac Asimov-science writer, historian, and futurist-accurately predicted how technological breakthroughs would be developed and utilized, years before they became reality. His foresight envisioned calculators, computerized cars, and advances in the field of robotics.Robot Dreams spans the body of his fiction from the 1940s to the mid-1980s, featuring all of the classic Asimovian themes-from the scientific puzzle and the extraterrestrial thriller to the psychological discourse-presented by the author in an introductory essay.In addition to the title story (a Locus poll winner, and Hugo and Nebula Award finalist), this collection features several of Asimovs robot tales. A robopsychologist must outwit a machine determined to stay hidden in "Little Robot Lost;" a womans talent for "Light Verse" overshadows her true accomplishments with her robot servants; and "The Last Question" presented to computer after computer over a hundred billion years may remain forever unanswered. Author Biography Isaac Asimov authored over 400 books in a career that lasted nearly 50 years. As a leading scientific writer, historian, and futurist, he covered a variety of subjects ranging from mathematics to humor, and won numerous awards for his work. Review Praise for Robot Dreams"Classic science fiction...includes many of Asimovs best."—Chronicle "The collection gathers 20 of Asimovs greatest (with Asimov, the word great is no mere hyperbole), older short stories, plus one new tale written especially for this book, and an important essay which opens the book."—Starlog Review Quote Praise for Robot Dreams "Classic science fiction...includes many of Asimovs best."-- Chronicle "The collection gathers 20 of Asimovs greatest (with Asimov, the word great is no mere hyperbole), older short stories, plus one new tale written especially for this book, and an important essay which opens the book."-- Starlog Details ISBN0441731546 Author Ralph McQuarrie Pages 400 Series Remembering Tomorrow Language English ISBN-10 0441731546 ISBN-13 9780441731541 Media Book DEWEY 813.54 Illustrations Yes Year 1990 Short Title ROBOT DREAMS Residence US Birth 1920 Death 1992 Illustrator Ralph McQuarrie Imprint Ace Books Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780441731541 UK Release Date 1990-06-01 US Release Date 1990-06-01 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc Format Paperback Publication Date 1990-06-01 Audience General NZ Release Date 1990-05-31 AU Release Date 1990-05-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7448075;

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