Second Foundation Trilogy Books in Order

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The Second Foundation Trilogy, written by David Brin and completed between 1997 and 1999, expands on the legacy of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series, focusing on the life and work of Hari Seldon. Set within a vast galactic empire, the trilogy explores themes of psychohistory, political power, and the evolving relationship between humans and robots. It continues the narrative of the Foundation's mission to preserve knowledge and guide humanity through a dark age, while examining the moral and existential challenges faced by its characters.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Foundation's Fear

    Foundation's Fear

    1997 · Gregory Benford

    A 1997 novel by Gregory Benford, continuing Isaac Asimov's Foundation series with the permission of the Asimov estate. Hari Seldon is thrust into the…

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  2. Cover of Foundation and Chaos

    Foundation and Chaos

    1998 · Greg Bear

    Isaac Asimov's Foundation trilogy introduced many themes now central to science fiction. With the approval of the Asimov estate, the saga continues…

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  3. Cover of Foundation's Triumph

    Foundation's Triumph

    1999 · David Brin

    The Second Foundation Trilogy includes three novels: Foundation's Fear by Gregory Benford, Foundation and Chaos by Gregory Bear, and Foundation's…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Second Foundation Trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Foundation's Fear”. Start with “Foundation's Fear.”

How many books are in the Second Foundation Trilogy series?

We list 3 books , published between 1997–1999.

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