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Second Foundation Topics for Discussion

Do you think the structure of the novel works? Does placing the more exciting story at the beginning destroy the novel's overall drama?

Why do you think Dr. Darell wants to find the Second Foundation?

How much do you control do think the Second Foundation exerts over the characters? Do you think that everything that happens is part of their plan?

The Mule states he would like to find the Second Foundation so he can use their Scientific knowledge to reduce the Seldon Plan to 300 years. Why do you think Asimov presents this as a bad idea?

For what reason do you think the Second Foundation hides itself? Do you think this causes unnecessary fear?

Asimov introduces a number of scientific theories such as mass theory and neurology. Do you think these theories confuse the reader or do they add to the plot?

Asimov's dialogue often contains...
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