Foundation is a science fiction novel by Isaac Asimov that takes place in a future where a mathematician named Hari Seldon predicts the fall of the Galactic Empire. In an effort to preserve knowledge and shorten the period of chaos, Seldon establishes the Foundation on a remote planet. As the story unfolds over centuries, the Foundation faces political intrigue, power struggles, and the rise of a mysterious figure known as the Mule. With its grand scope, intricate plotting, and exploration of social and political systems, Foundation is a space pirate adventure saga that delves into the nature of civilization and the power of ideas.