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Isaac AsimovI, Robot
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1950A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
I, Robot by Isaac Asimov is a collection of interlinked stories revolving around Dr. Susan Calvin, the world’s first robopsychologist, as she recalls groundbreaking incidents involving robots and their interactions with humans. Through various tales, such as "Robbie," "Runaround," and "Liar!," Asimov explores the complexities and ethical dilemmas of artificial intelligence governed by the Three Laws of Robotics.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Isaac Asimov's I, Robot is celebrated for its pioneering exploration of robotics and artificial intelligence, woven through interconnected stories that challenge ethical paradigms. Critics laud its imaginative foresight and narrative ingenuity. Some, however, find its characters less developed, overshadowed by its conceptual depth. Overall, it's a thought-provoking classic in sci-fi literature.
Who Should Read I, Robot?
Readers who enjoy contemplating the ethical and philosophical dilemmas posed by advanced technology, similar to those explored in Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World or Philip K. Dick’s Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, will be captivated by Isaac Asimov’s I, Robot. This book delves into robotics and artificial intelligence, making it ideal for science fiction enthusiasts.
256
Novel • Fiction
Earth • Future
1950
Adult
15+ years
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