Asimov's Foundation

Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" series is a science fiction saga that explores the rise and fall of civilizations. It centers on Hari Seldon, a mathematician who develops psychohistory, a method for predicting the future of large populations. To save humanity from impending dark ages, he establishes the Foundation, a colony of scientists and scholars tasked with preserving knowledge and culture. Through political intrigue, conflict, and societal changes, the series examines themes of power, knowledge, and the cyclical nature of history, highlighting the importance of foresight and cooperation in shaping a better future.