Foundation Trilogy Books in Order
first three books in the Foundation series by Isaac Asimov
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1951 · Isaac Asimov
For twelve thousand years the Galactic Empire has ruled, but it is dying. Only Hari Seldon, creator of psychohistory, foresees a coming dark age and…
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Buy on Amazon1952 · Isaac Asimov
Led by its founding father, psychohistorian Hari Seldon, the Foundation has survived neighboring warrior-planets' greed and barbarism through…
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Buy on Amazon1953 · Isaac Asimov
After years of struggle, the Foundation lay in ruins, destroyed by the mutant mind power of the Mule, but rumor held that a Second Foundation existed…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Foundation Trilogy books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Foundation”. Start with “Foundation.”
How many books are in the Foundation Trilogy series?
We list 3 books by Isaac Asimov , published between 1951–1953.
Where can I buy the Foundation Trilogy books?
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