Conference noted::sf

1300.0. "The *new* Second Foundation Trilogy" by SMURF::CCHAPMAN (C�) Thu Mar 20 1997 12:10

   
    I just found a SF Review on the net from AMAZON Books.  The review (by
    Craig E. Engler) is for "The Second Foundation Trilogy" by science
    fiction writer Gregory Benford.  The review, in part, says:

    "... Benford explores the beginnings of the Foundation and its grand
    architect, Hari Seldon, covering territory that Asimov left largely
    uncharted."

    "That territory has proven fertile ground for Benford who admits in
    his afterword that he has always wondered about 'crucial aspects of
    Asimov's Empire,' such as why there were no aliens in the galaxy, what
    role computers played, and what the theory of psychohistory actually
    looked like.  And, perhaps most important, who was Hari Seldon, the
    man? Benford took on the huge task of answering these questions, and,
    difficulty as it may sound, he pulled it off with style."

    "In fact, Benford allowed himself the style that Asimov never did
    (Asimov's writing could be generously described as 'spare'), reminding
    readers that this book is not intended to be what Asimov would have
    written.  It's a book about Benford's ideas, characters, and stories
    that builds upon what Asimov wrote, rather than just continuing it...
    Rest assured that Asimov's work is in good hands."

    The second and third volumes of the trilogy are due to be released
    in March 1998 and March 1999, respectively."

    Hmm, not sure how I feel about this ... but I will buy the book.
    
    Carel

re .0

>    Hmm, not sure how I feel about this

    ditto

>     ... but I will buy the book.

    not ditto

    Actually the new trilogy is being done by three authors.
    
    Foundation's Fear - Gregory Benford
    Foundation and Chaos - Greg Bear
    Third Foundation - David Brin
    
    These three authors were selected by Asimov's estate.
    
    Very interesting review and article in the May 97 'Science Fiction Age'
    
    Dave

    What was the jist of the review?
    
    Thanks.
    
    NAZZ