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dejahentendu's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.5
Asimov was definitely a product of his time. The cast is all cis-het (or robots), and women aren't viewed or represented particularly well.
Aside from that - this is a collection of short stories set in a framework of reminiscence. It tells of the evolution of robots in this universe and the difficulties along the way. I didn't find it particularly great in any way and much prefer his Foundation series.
Aside from that - this is a collection of short stories set in a framework of reminiscence. It tells of the evolution of robots in this universe and the difficulties along the way. I didn't find it particularly great in any way and much prefer his Foundation series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny
dandaloriian's review
challenging
informative
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Ableism, Sexism, Misogyny, and Racism
mikki_9's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Meh. I don't seem to care much for Isaac Asimov's writing. It was more interesting than Foundation, but still plenty of weird/problematic things.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Colonisation, Misogyny, and Sexism
Minor: Slavery
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