Foundation, written by Isaac Asimov, is a science fiction novel that explores the collapse and rebirth of a galactic empire. The story takes place in a future where a mathematician named Hari Seldon predicts the fall of the current empire and establishes a foundation to preserve knowledge and guide humanity through the dark ages that will follow. Foundation is a sweeping and epic tale that spans centuries and explores themes of politics, power, and the cyclical nature of history. It is a seminal work of science fiction that has had a profound influence on the genre.
