Foundation, written by Isaac Asimov, is a science fiction novel that explores the concept of psychohistory, a mathematical discipline that predicts the future behavior of large populations. The story follows Hari Seldon, the creator of psychohistory, as he establishes a foundation to preserve knowledge and guide humanity through the collapse of the Galactic Empire. Foundation is a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating novel that delves into themes of politics, religion, and the cyclical nature of history.