It’s astounding to me that some other reviewers who gave this a single star have the gall to call Asimov’s writing “bad” in a review that contains misspelled words.
While some may (badly) criticize Asimov's writing style, he made major contributions to the science fiction genre.
Asimov helped popularize science fiction and bring it into the mainstream. His books introduced complex themes like the role of technology in society. Asimov was masterful at plotting and generating intriguing concepts. His books inspired generations of authors and readers. Rather than dismissing Asimov's writing for the lack of understanding it, we should appreciate his seminal role in shaping modern science fiction.
Science fiction isn’t for everyone for sure, but it’s disappointing to see such great masters dismissed so callously by people who can’t even spell.
Nightfall exemplifies Asimov's talent for social science fiction, exploring how society might respond to astronomical events beyond their control or understanding. The imaginative premise allows Asimov to build tension through discoveries in astronomy and archaeology. The scientists struggle to convince a skeptical journalist of the impending disaster.
Nightfall will forever be a foundational work of science fiction.
There’s something in this for you whether you’re a die hard sci-if fan or not. It’s a masterfully written journey into a parallel world that feels close and far at the same time. Asimov’s ability to spin worlds filled with lively characters and compelling narrative is fascinating, similar to his other works most notably the Foundation series (I hope you read the books as the Apple series is a total misrepresentation of how fantastic the books are).
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