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I. Asimov

I. Asimov

a memoir
Biography & MemoirScience Fiction
Pages
562
Published
1994
Language
English

Synopsis

Dive into the extraordinary life of Isaac Asimov, one of the most beloved and prolific authors of the 20th century. In these memoirs, Asimov reflects on his unparalleled career, from defining the science fiction genre to earning the nickname 'The Great Explainer' for his vast nonfiction works. Discover his personal journey, filled with candid stories and insights into the golden age of pulp fiction and his friendships with other literary giants.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeReflectiveIntellectualNostalgic

Genres

Biography & Memoir Science Fiction Biography

About the author

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Isaac Asimov

Asimov was born sometime between October 4, 1919 and January 2, 1920 in Petrovichi in Smolensk Oblast, RSFSR (now Russia), the son of a Jewish family of millers. Although his exact date of birth is uncertain, Asimov himself celebrated it on January 2. His family emigrated to Brooklyn, New York and opened a candy store when he was three years old. He taught himself to read at the age of five. He began reading the science fiction pulp magazines that his family's store carried. Around the age of...