Foundation's Edge

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Foundation's Edge

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"Foundation's Edge" is the fourth book in Isaac Asimov's Foundation series, published in 1982. In this installment, the story unfolds as the Foundation believes it is on the verge of becoming the Galactic Empire envisioned by Hari Seldon. However, Golan Trevize, a councilman of the Foundation, suspects that the future is being manipulated. His quest for the truth leads him to explore the galaxy to uncover hidden forces that might be controlling the course of human history, delving into themes of control, destiny, and the quest for knowledge amidst a vast and complex galactic civilization.

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"Foundation's Edge" by Isaac Asimov unravels a narrative where the Foundation, nearing its envisioned destiny as the Galactic Empire, faces unforeseen intricacies. Golan Trevize, a councilman, suspects an unseen force manipulating the future. His galactic quest unveils concealed powers potentially steering humanity's course, delving into themes of control, destiny, and the boundless quest for knowledge amidst a complex galactic civilization. Through a tapestry of political intrigue and cosmic exploration, Asimov crafts a narrative probing the essence of free will and the inexorable march towards an uncertain future, making "Foundation's Edge" a compelling read in the continuum of the Foundation series.

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06

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1982

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