Prelude to Foundation

Style and Technique

In «Prelude to Foundation», Isaac Asimov employs his characteristic style of science fiction, blending complex scientific concepts with accessible language. The author uses a clear and logical narrative style, allowing readers to easily follow the plot's development and grasp intricate ideas. Asimov utilizes dialogue as the primary tool for character development and plot advancement, making the narrative dynamic and engaging. Literary techniques include the use of retrospective inserts that help reveal the backstory of characters and events. The story's structure revolves around the journey of the protagonist, Hari Seldon, who seeks to develop psychohistory—a science capable of predicting the future. This journey is accompanied by encounters with various characters, each contributing to the plot's development and the exploration of themes such as power, science, and human nature. Asimov masterfully creates the atmosphere of a distant future, using detailed descriptions of technology and social structures, making the book's world vivid and convincing.