Book description
Isaac Asimov's Foundation Trilogy isn't just a cornerstone of science fiction - it's a bold experiment in storytelling that spans millennia, civilizations, and the very fate of humanity. Originally published in the 1950s, these books retain a striking relevance, thanks to Asimov's genius for blending hard science with grand narrative scope.
At the heart of the trilogy is Hari Seldon, a mathematician who invents "psychohistory" - a science that predicts the future by analyzing massive human behavior patterns. When Seldon foresees the collapse of the Galactic Empire and a 30,000-year dark age ahead, he sets in motion the Foundation Project: a plan to shorten that dark age to just a thousand years. But as each era unfolds, new threats arise - from warlords and rogue mutants to the mysterious Second Foundation, whose mental powers could either save or doom the galaxy.
What makes this audiobook especially compelling is how Asimov avoids traditional heroics. Instead, the story moves like a chess game between civilizations, with political maneuvering, scientific breakthroughs, and social evolution taking center stage. The narration captures the intellectual intensity of Asimov's vision without oversimplifying the complex ideas. It's a performance that respects the listener's intelligence - much like the books themselves.
Listeners who enjoy big ideas wrapped in dramatic tension will find the Foundation Trilogy deeply satisfying. Asimov doesn't just tell a story; he redefines how science fiction can explore history, psychology, and the future of human thought. This audiobook is essential listening for anyone curious about the roots of modern sci-fi - and the mind that helped shape them.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience