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May 20, 2011
Jian
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Probably the single most brilliant piece of short fiction I have had the pleasure of reading. And the most influential story in my post existentialist/depression life.
I stumbled upon this story around five years ago. It was part of a compilation of short stories in the book we used for our literature 1 in school. I still remember the first time I read it.
The shock, the reaction, the sadfaksdnasd when I had finished reading it is still fresh in my mind.
Actually I rem More...
I stumbled upon this story around five years ago. It was part of a compilation of short stories in the book we used for our literature 1 in school. I still remember the first time I read it.
The shock, the reaction, the sadfaksdnasd when I had finished reading it is still fresh in my mind.
Actually I rem More...
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Dec 05, 2009
Bettie
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Jul 06, 2009
A.M.
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I found this story online at http://www.multivax.com/last_question.ht...
It's a quick and intriguing read, separated into 7 distinct scenes, all at different time periods. Short and snappy, it's more of an intellectual read than a good story.
It begins on Earth, with two (tipsy) men asking a central intelligence computer one question: when all known sources of energy run out, is there a way to stop or reverse the situation? This question gets asked again and again throughou More...
It's a quick and intriguing read, separated into 7 distinct scenes, all at different time periods. Short and snappy, it's more of an intellectual read than a good story.
It begins on Earth, with two (tipsy) men asking a central intelligence computer one question: when all known sources of energy run out, is there a way to stop or reverse the situation? This question gets asked again and again throughou More...
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Aug 06, 2011
According to this Reddit thread, this book is some seriously thought-provoking fiction.
Available to read free online here.
Available to read free online here.
Oct 20, 2011
Chris
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Can't possibly review everything I've ever read, but reading the reviews of this one made me realize I had to put my two cents in. Asimov's personal favorite story he's ever written, and without question, my favorite piece of writing ever. Concise and clear, Asimov delivers perfectly here. Beautiful. A must read for athiests everywhere, and still firmly rooted in the CSICOP tradition.
Jan 05, 2012
ian
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It would take more time for me to write a though-provoking commentary on all the reasons you should read this short story than it would take you to actually read it. So go. Read. It's perfect.
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May 09, 2010
Álvaro
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El mejor relato corto de Asimov, sin duda alguna, aunque 'demasiado humano' se le acerca mucho.
Si tenéis 10 minutos para leer y algo de tiempo para reflexionar después, este es vuestro libro.
Si tenéis 10 minutos para leer y algo de tiempo para reflexionar después, este es vuestro libro.
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Jan 08, 2012
Donald
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Interesting blend of self-aware technology and jewish, christian, and hindu theologies? Still begs the question,"Which came first god or the universe?"
Mar 29, 2010
Ana
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Absolutely wonderful! A sci-fi "tale" that might haunt the humankind when the time comes! No doubt one of the best short stories I ever read!
Jan 23, 2012
Jorbena
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the best piece of science fiction I have ever read. Probably one of the best literary works I have come accross.
Jan 05, 2011
Claudiu
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Fascinating, yes slightly predictable at the end.
Great read nonetheless. Asimov was a really fantastic writer.
Great read nonetheless. Asimov was a really fantastic writer.
Feb 06, 2012
Prathyush
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Found it here - http://www.multivax.com/last_question.ht... Short and intriguing read.
May 13, 2011
Mizer
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Just an Amazing story, that will keep you a reflexive thought.
Highly recommended!!!
Highly recommended!!!
Apr 14, 2010
Richard
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I read this short story on-line at:
http://www.multivax.com/last_question.ht...
http://www.multivax.com/last_question.ht...
Oct 02, 2011
Shanna
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It has been 3 years since I have read this short story and I am STILL thinking about it. Isaac Asmiov is one of those authors that sneak up on you. He came out of nowhere and completely blew my mind away.
The religious parallels are ingenious. This is a short story that is brilliant for discussions. I'd recommend it as a study topic in a college course.
The religious parallels are ingenious. This is a short story that is brilliant for discussions. I'd recommend it as a study topic in a college course.
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Aug 30, 2011
Kristina
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a thought-provoking story. a must read. Asimov was an intellectual giant and each time I read one of his books I learn something.
