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Dr. Isaac Asimov (c. January 2, 1920 – April 6, 1992, IPA: , originally Исаак Озимов but now transcribed into Russian as Айзек Азимов) was a Russian-born American author and biochemist, a highly successful and exceptionally prolific writer best known for his works of science fiction and for his popular science books. Out of more than 270 books, Asimov's most famous work is the Foundation Series. His other major series are the Galactic Empire Series and the Robot series, both of which he later tied into the Foundation Series. He also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as a great amount of non-fiction. Asimov wrote or edited more than 500 volumes and an estimated 90,000 letters or postcards, and he has works in every major category of the Dewey Decimal System except Philosophy.Asimov FAQ: Did you know that Asimov is the only author to have published books in all ten categories of the Dewey Decimal System? Asimov is widely considered a master of the science-fiction genre and, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke, was considered to be one of the "Big Three" science-fiction writers during his lifetime.Freedman, Carl. Critical Theory and Science Fiction. Wesleyan University Press. March 2000. P. 71 Asimov wrote the Lucky Starr series of books using the pen name Paul French.
Most of Asimov's popularized science books explain scientific concepts in a historical way, going back as far as possible to a time when the science in question was at its simplest stage. He often gives nationalities, birth dates and death dates for the scientists he mentions, as well as etymologies and pronunciation guides for technical terms. Examples of this style include his Guide to Science, the three-volume set Understanding Physics, and Asimov's Chronology of Science and Discovery.
Asimov was a long-time member of Mensa, albeit reluctantly; he described them as "intellectually combative". He took more joy in being president of the American Humanist Association. The asteroid 5020 Asimov, the magazine Asimov's Science Fiction and two different Isaac Asimov Awards are all named in his honor.
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To insult someone we call him "bestial." For deliberate cruelty and nature, "human" might be the greater insult. ~Isaac Asimov
christinealcott (Christine Alcott) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:46:41 -0000
To insult someone we call him "bestial." For deliberate cruelty and nature, "human" might be the greater insult. ~Isaac Asimov
New post Violence: Violence is the last refuge of incompetent. * Isaac Asimov http://bit.ly/36SCQp #pimpmypost
doubtinggaurav (doubtinggaurav) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 04:10:45 -0000
New post Violence: Violence is the last refuge of incompetent. * Isaac Asimov http://bit.ly/36SCQp #pimpmypost
@Elebleu fiction writers foresee the inevitable, and although problems and catastrophes may be inevitable, solutions are not. - Isaac Asimov
alex_sc (Alex Servin) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:22:16 -0000
@Elebleu fiction writers foresee the inevitable, and although problems and catastrophes may be inevitable, solutions are not. - Isaac Asimov
"If my doctor told me I had only six minutes to live, I wouldn't brood. I'd type a little faster." - Isaac Asimov
vandanauri (Amanda Johnson) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:44:15 -0000
"If my doctor told me I had only six minutes to live, I wouldn't brood. I'd type a little faster." - Isaac Asimov
Isaac Asimov - The Gods Themselves http://tinyurl.com/ykkur6s
englishtipsorg (ENGLISHTIPS) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:42:05 -0000
Isaac Asimov - The Gods Themselves http://tinyurl.com/ykkur6s
Thank you Isaac Asimov. You are the first person I have ever seen use the phrase 'beg the question' correctly!
kindlyviking (Jeremy Stephens) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:42:29 -0000
Thank you Isaac Asimov. You are the first person I have ever seen use the phrase 'beg the question' correctly!
'Profession' by Isaac Asimov - An allegorical description of the manner in which education currently functions in our primitive Western societies.
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Allscifi Isaac Asimov Spotlight - Critical reviews of Asimov's leading Foundation and Robot novels, including discussions of themes in his works.
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Asimov Quotes - Isaac Asimov quotes on religion illustrating his spiritual views.
Big Bill's Isaac Asimov Stuff - Biography and bibliography of the science-fiction author with resource links.
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Isaac Asimov Interview - Done in 1988 by a Polish fan, an interesting insight to Asimov.
Isaac Asimov - A comprehensive bibliography, and a list of biographical resources.
Isaac Asimov - Comprehensive collection of resources pertaining to Asimov.
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Isaac Asimov's Foundations Universe - Web site dealing with the graphics of Asimov's Foundation Series as well as some commentary.
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Isaac Asimov's: The Ultimate Robot - A review of software based on Isaac Asimov's: The Ultimate Robot.
Jenkins' Spoiler-Laden Guide to Isaac Asimov - One man's reviews of all of Asimov’s books and short fiction. Those publications are sortable in a number of ways.
Kaedrin's guide to Isaac Asimov - A guide to the fictional works of Isaac Asimov, including the Robot, Empire, and Foundation series.
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New York Times Obituary - Asimov's April 7, 1992, obituary by Mervyn Rothstein (requires free registration for the New York Times website)
The Asimov Vault - Roland Saekow provides essays, pictures and sound recordings on Isaac Asimov.
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The Caves of Steel - Book club selection page with commentary on the book, a list of characters, several ratings, original book covers, and an Asimov bibliography.
The Guardian: Isaac Asimov - Profile, reviews, obituaries and links.
The Reagan Doctrine and Asimov on Science and the Bible - An article and an interview with Asimov on the subject of religion and atheism.
WebRing List - List of web sites on the Asimov WebRing.
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Wikipedia: Isaac Asimov - Article including a biography, a survey of his works, criticism, quotes and a bibliography.
WVU Libraries: Isaac Asimov Online Exhibit - Features visuals and descriptions of many of the over 600 books, games, audio recordings, videos, and wall charts included in the West Virginia University Libraries’ Asimov Collection.
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