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Foundation series in hardcover? (self.books)

submitted 1 year ago by TheGiantKorean to c/books

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Two questions:

I'd like to start reading the Foundation series. What order should I read them in? I've seen a recommended reading order by Asimov himself posted in /c/Foundation, which is in order based on when the events take place, but I've seen it suggested to instead read them in publication history order to avoid spoilers and so that things make sense. Which order would you recommend?

Also, where's the best place to pick up hardcover editions? I'd love to add them to my library. Is the Robot series sold as a hardcover collection anywhere?

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[–] TheGiantKorean 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thank you for such a detailed reply! I really appreciate it!

Asimov included I, Robot along with the rest of the Robot series in his recommended reading list for Foundation. Do you think this is necessary or can it be skipped?

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

I've read it, and while it's a good read I don't think it's important background for Foundation.