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The Stars, Like Dust (Galactic Empire, #1)

Isaac Asimov
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The Stars, Like Dust (Galactic Empire, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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Isaac Asimov

The Stars, Like Dust (Galactic Empire, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonized Galaxies • Futuristic

Theme
Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Isaac Asimov's The Stars, Like Dust follows a young person named Biron as they uncover a galactic political plot. Set in a universe dominated by oppressive regimes, Biron's journey delves into rebellion and intrigue while seeking to understand their own place and heritage within the cosmos.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

27,248 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of Isaac Asimov's The Stars, Like Dust are mixed. Positively, critics commend its imaginative world-building and ambitious scope. However, some note that its character development and pacing fall short. Fans of classic sci-fi may appreciate the intricate political intrigue, while others might find the novel's execution less engaging.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Stars, Like Dust (Galactic Empire, #1)?

Fans of Isaac Asimov's The Stars, Like Dust would appreciate complex political intrigue, interstellar adventure, and deep philosophical questions. Similar readers might enjoy Frank Herbert's Dune or Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama for their intricate world-building and thought-provoking narratives.

4.0

27,248 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonized Galaxies • Futuristic

Theme
Publication Year

1991

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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