Isaac Asimov began his literary career as a science fiction writer, focusing exclusively on short stories for magazines during the first eleven years. The idea of publishing a book seemed distant due to his inherent modesty. However, as he transitioned to writing books, he sought to compile materials previously created for magazines. Between 1950 and 1969, he published ten collections. While this might seem sufficient, it did not satisfy the insatiable appetite of his readers. When publishers suggested he create a collection of stories that did not fit into those earlier volumes, accompanied by brief introductions, he could not refuse. This collection showcases Asimov's early works, reflecting his imaginative storytelling and the themes that would define his career, offering readers a glimpse into the origins of his literary contributions to the science fiction genre.
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Questa raccolta presenta i primi racconti di fantascienza di un maestro fondamentale del genere. Propone narrazioni stimolanti che approfondiscono i concetti fondamentali della robotica, dell'intelligenza artificiale e del futuro dell'umanità. I lettori scopriranno idee classiche di fantascienza esplorate con rigore scientifico e acuta intuizione umana.
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Isaac Asimov began his literary career as a science fiction writer, exclusively penning short stories for magazines during the first eleven years. The idea of publishing a book seemed far-fetched due to his inherent modesty. However, as he transitioned to writing books, he sought to compile the materials he had previously created for magazines. Between 1950 and 1969, he published ten collections. While this might seem sufficient, it did not satisfy the insatiable appetite of his readers. When publishers suggested he create a collection of stories that had not made it into those earlier volumes, accompanied by brief introductions, he could not refuse. This volume showcases Asimov's early works, reflecting his imaginative storytelling and the themes that would come to define his illustrious career in science fiction.
Through Isaac Asimov's world-renowned fame, one might forget that he was once an unknown beginner. The three volumes of "Early Works" showcase a less experienced, yet more inspired young Asimov. They contain stories from 1939 to 1948 that have not been previously collected. Each volume stands as a complete entity. Asimov comments on the stories with brief notes on their origins, the criticism he faced, and the modest payments he received. For enthusiasts, these are excellent stories; for fans and connoisseurs, they represent a piece of history from the Golden Age of science fiction.
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Door de wereldfaam die Isaac Asimov geniet, zou men bijna vergeten dat ook hij eens een onbekende beginner was. De drie delen 'Vroege werken' tonen ons een nog niet zo geroutineerde, maar des te meer geïnspireerde jonge Asimov. Ze bevatten verhalen uit de jaren 1939-1948 die nog niet eerder gebundeld waren. Vroege werken 1: De dreiging van Callisto Vroege werken 2: Het superneutron Vroege werken 3: De Rode Koningin Elk deel vormt een afgerond geheel. Asimov becommentarieert de verhalen met een keine ontstaansgeschiedenis: over de aanleiding, de kritiek die hij te verwerken kreeg, de schamele dollars die hij ervoor ontving. Voor de liefhebbers voortreffelijke verhalen; voor de fans en kenners een stuk geschiedenis van de Golden Age. Voor hen bevat deel 1 tevens een volledige opsomming van de vroege verhalen, met vermelding van Nederlandse titel en uitgave.
Fantascienza - 195: Asimov Story
- 592pagine
- 21 ore di lettura
Contents: • Biographical Comments • The Callistan Menace • Ring Around the Sun • The Magnificent Possession • Trends • The Weapon Too Dreadful to Use • Black Friar of the Flame • Half-Breed • The Secret Sense • Homo Sol • Half-Breeds on Venus • The Imaginary • Heredity • History • Christmas on Ganymede • The Little Man on the Subway by Isaac Asimov and Frederik Pohl • The Hazing • Super-Neutron • Not Final! • Legal Ritesby Isaac Asimov and Frederik Pohl • Time Pussy • Author! Author! • Death Sentence • Blind Alley • No Connection • The Endochronic Properties of Resublimated Thiotimoline • The Red Queen's Race • Mother Earth