Essays by Isaac Asimov From Various Sources

Copyright © 1995 by Edward Seiler and Richard Hatcher. All rights reserved.

Other Worlds To Conquer

Subject:
First Published In: May-51, The Writer
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Social Science Fiction

Subject: sociology-oriented SF
First Published In: 1953, Modern Science Fiction, Reginald Bretnor, ed.
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Hemoglobin and the Universe

Subject: hemoglobin and protein
First Published In: Feb-55, Astounding
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The Sound of Panting

Subject: science books and journals
First Published In: Jun-55, Astounding
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Victory on Paper

Subject: protein structure
First Published In: Sep-55, Astounding
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The Abnormality of Being Normal

Subject: statistics of isotopes
First Published In: May-56, Astounding
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The Cult of Ignorance

Original Title: The By-Product of Science Fiction
Subject: Hollywood stereotypes
First Published In: 13-Aug-56, Chemical and Engineering News
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Names! Names! Names!

Subject:
First Published In: Dec-56, Astounding
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The Atoms That Vanish

Subject: radioactivity
First Published In: 1957, Change! (collection #26)
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The Explosions Within Us

Subject: carbon-14 dating
First Published In: 1957, (Appeared for the first time in the collection)
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The Big Number

Subject:
First Published In: Feb-57, Science World
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Planets Have an Air About Them

Subject: elements of the planets
First Published In: Mar-57, Astounding
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A Pinch of Life

Subject: elements of the body
First Published In: 5-Mar-57, Science World
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The Ocean Mine

Subject: elements in the ocean
First Published In: 19-Mar-57, Science World
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The Unblind Workings of Chance

Subject: statistics of evolution
First Published In: Apr-57, Astounding
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The Trapping of the Sun

Subject: workings of the cell
First Published In: May-57, Astounding
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Not By Bread Alone

Subject:
First Published In: 14-May-57, Science World
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The Sea-Urchin and We

Subject: the chemistry of body waste
First Published In: Jul-57, Astounding
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Axioms for Everybody

Subject: the role of axioms as tools for scientific understanding
First Published In: Aug-57, Science Fiction Quarterly
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The Unrare Earths

Subject:
First Published In: Sep-57, Three More Novels of the Future by H. G. Wells
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Overflowing the Periodic Table

Subject: the discovery of isotopes
First Published In: Oct-57, Astounding
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The Clock Paradox

Subject: meson lifetimes show that time dilation near light speed is real
First Published In: Nov-57, Science Fiction Quarterly
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Escape Into Reality

Subject: what science fiction is
First Published In: Nov-Dec-57, The Humanist
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The Whenabouts of Radioactivity

Subject:
First Published In: Dec-57, Astounding
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I Feel It in My Bones

Subject:
First Published In: Dec-57, The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction
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Fecundity Limited

Subject: carrying population to limits
First Published In: Jan-58, Venture Science Fiction
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The Atmosphere of the Moon

Subject: elements of the Moon
First Published In: Mar-58, Venture Science Fiction
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The Littlest

Subject: the neutrino was predicted by theory years before it was observed
First Published In: Mar-58, Original Science Fiction
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The Big Bang

Subject: neutronium may have been the substance that made up the primordial universe
First Published In: May-58, Venture Science Fiction
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Point of View

Subject:
First Published In: Jun-58, Future Science Fiction
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The Clash of Cymbals

Subject: the consequences of colliding galaxies; the possibility of antimatter galaxies
First Published In: Jul-58, Venture Science Fiction
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Point of View: Mercury

Subject: the sun and the planets as seen from Mercury, with an 88 day rotation period
First Published In: Aug-58, Future Science Fiction
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Our Lonely Planet

Subject: reasons why other intelligent life in the universe has not reached Earth
First Published In: Nov-58, Astounding
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The Unused Stars

Subject: names of stars
First Published In: Jul-59, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
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The Unartificial Elements

Subject:
First Published In: Jul-59, Astounding
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Point of View: The Moon

Subject:
First Published In: Aug-59, Future Science Fiction
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Earth Grazers: 'H Bombs' in Space

Original Title: Big Game Hunting in Space
Subject:
First Published In: Aug-59, Matsunaga, US Senator Spark (A book published in 1981)
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Enzymes and Metaphor

Subject: catalysts and enzymes
First Published In: Nov-59, Journal of Chemical Education
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Microdesign for Living

Subject:
First Published In: Mar-60, Astounding
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The March of the Phyla

Subject: reasoning through the chain of life from simple to complex
First Published In: May-60, Astounding
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Beyond the Phyla

Subject: how the most successful phyla solve life's problems
First Published In: Jul-60, Astounding
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The Matter of Space

Subject:
First Published In: Sep-60, Astounding
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The Hungry People

Subject: the causes of obesity
First Published In: Oct-60, Mademoiselle
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Imagination in Orbit

Subject: rules of thumb for writing good SF
First Published In: Mar-61, The Writer
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We, the In-Betweens

Subject: alternate life chemistries
First Published In: May-61, Mademoiselle
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Measuring Rods in Space

Subject: distance to the planets and stars
First Published In: Sep-61, Space World
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Fact Catches Up with Fiction

Subject: there is no limit to the number of possible SF plots that deal with the future
First Published In: 19-Nov-61, New York Times
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The Flaming Element

Subject: hydrogen
First Published In: Winter-61-62, Petroleum Today
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Science Fiction from the Soviet Union

Subject: the separate evolution of Soviet and American science fiction
First Published In: 1962, Soviet Science Fiction
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More Science Fiction from the Soviet Union

Subject: Soviet SF centered on "If this goes on, an ideal society will be achieved"
First Published In: 1962, More Soviet Science Fiction
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The Meaning of the New Physics

Subject: a brief history of discoveries in nuclear physics
First Published In: Jan-62, Science Digest
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Blood Will Tell

Subject: chemistry of the blood
First Published In: Apr-62, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
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The Chemical You

Subject: essential proteins
First Published In: Jan-63, Mademoiselle
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The Sword of Achilles

Subject: interest in SF has value
First Published In: Nov-63, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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SF: Clue to Creativity

Original Title: The Sword of Achilles
Subject: reprint of "The Sword of Achilles", Nov-63
First Published In: 15-Feb-64, Library Journal
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Time-Travel: One Way

Subject: relativity and the twin paradox
First Published In: Summer-64, North American Review
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The World's Fair of 2014

Original Title: Visit to the World's Fair of 2014
Subject: changes expected for 2014
First Published In: 16-Aug-64, New York Times Magazine
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Is Anyone There?

Original Title: Hello CTA-21, Is Anyone There?
Subject: the search for extraterrestrial life
First Published In: 29-Nov-64, New York Times Magazine
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The World of 1990

Original Title: Life in 1990
Subject: changes expected for 1990
First Published In: Jan-65, Diner's Club Magazine
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How Not to Build a Robot

Original Title: Why I Wouldn't Have Done it This Way
Subject: improving a female robot
First Published In: 16-Jan-65, TV Guide
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The Moon and the Future

Original Title: What Can We Expect of the Moon?
Subject: living on the moon
First Published In: Mar-65, American Legion Magazine
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Survival of the Molecular Fittest

Original Title: The New Enzymology
Subject: analyzing proteins
First Published In: May-65, Consumers Digest
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A Science in Search of a Subject

Subject: extraterrestrial life
First Published In: 23-May-65, New York Times Magazine
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Anatomy of a Martian

Original Title: Anatomy of a Man From Mars
Subject: conditions for life on Mars
First Published In: Sep-65, Esquire
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The Solar System and the Future

Original Title: How Far Will We Go in Space?
Subject: travel to other planets
First Published In: 1966, World Book Year Book
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Our Evolving Atmosphere

Subject: the atmosphere of the Earth and planets
First Published In: 1966, World Book Science Annual (Science Year)
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The Universe and the Future

Original Title: There's No Place Like Spome
Subject: conditions needed for "spomes" to support life; transition to star ship cultures
First Published In: 1966, Atmosphere in Space Cabins and Closed Environments, K. Kammermeyer, ed.
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Constructing a Man

Original Title: Conceived in the Love Bed of Science
Subject: artificial creation of life
First Published In: Feb-66, True
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The Insidious Uncle Martin

Original Title: Can You Spot the Family Resemblance?
Subject: a spoof on TV Martians
First Published In: 5-Mar-66, TV Guide
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The Lovely Lost Landscapes of Luna

Subject: can life exist on other planets?
First Published In: Apr-66, P.S.
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Matter Over Mind

Original Title: That Odd Chemical Complex, The Human Mind
Subject: mind altering chemicals
First Published In: 3-Jul-66, New York Times Magazine
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I Remember, I Remember

Original Title: Pills to Help Us Remember?
Subject: chemistry of the mind
First Published In: 9-Oct-66, New York Times Magazine
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What are a Few Galaxies Among Friends?

Subject: scientific inaccuracies in television programs
First Published In: 26-Nov-66, TV Guide
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The Magic Society

Subject: the implications of immortality
First Published In: Winter-66-67, Boston University Graduate Journal
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Let There Be a New Light

Subject: light, lasers, and holograms
First Published In: 1967, Change! (collection #26)
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Man and the Sun

Subject: characteristics of the Sun
First Published In: 1967, (Appeared for the first time in the collection)
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On Flying Saucers

Subject: flying saucers are unlikely
First Published In: 1967, (Appeared for the first time in the collection)
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There's Nothing Like a Good Foundation

Subject: the benefits and disadvantages of writing a series
First Published In: 1967, Science Fiction Writers of America Bulletin
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The Price of Life

Subject: the length of life
First Published In: Jan-67, Cavalier
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After Apollo, What?

Original Title: After Apollo, a Colony on the Moon
Subject: colonies on the Moon
First Published In: Jan-67, New York Times
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Future Fun

Subject: recreation in the future
First Published In: Jan-67, Lithopinion
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The Birth and Death of the Universe

Original Title: Over the Edge of the Universe
Subject: continuous creation vs. the Big Bang
First Published In: Mar-67, Harper's
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Mr. Spock is Dreamy

Subject: women like Mr. Spock because it's sexy to be smart
First Published In: 29-Apr-67, TV Guide
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The Insecticide That Turns a Bug Against Itself

Subject: the use of juvenile hormone as an insecticide
First Published In: May-Jun-67, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
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SF as a Stepping Stone

Subject:
First Published In: Aug-67, Galaxy
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The Art of the Tomorrow Seekers

Subject:
First Published In: 1968, Yearbook of Science and the Future (Enc Brit)
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Life

Subject: the sometimes subtle differences between life and nonlife
First Published In: 1968 V14, Collier's Encyclopedia
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The Age of the Computer

Original Title: Who's Afraid of Computers?
Subject: the promise of future computers
First Published In: 20-Jan-68, Newsday
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Rejoice, Oh Reader!

Subject: Saturday morning cartoons, where the bad guys are dark and always lose
First Published In: 4-May-68, TV Guide
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Hitch Your Wagon to a Rock

Subject: the TV show "The Prisoner" is unique because the good guy doesn't win
First Published In: 31-Aug-68, TV Guide
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The Perfect Machine

Subject: robots and computers in Asimov's stories
First Published In: Oct-68, Science Journal
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The Discovery of Argon

Subject: noticing a tiny discrepancy led to argon's discovery
First Published In: 1969, American Adventurers Association, Inc.
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Yipes, Cripes, and Other Scientific Expressions

Subject: the scientific impossibility of TV's "Land of the Giants"
First Published In: 22-Feb-69, TV Guide
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Husbands, Beware!

Subject: in the TV show "Bewitched", the husband is terrified of his wife, not vice versa
First Published In: 22-Mar-69, TV Guide
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The Son of Thetis

Original Title: And It Will Serve Us Right
Subject: fathers and sons
First Published In: Apr-69, Physical Science Today
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Excitement on the Moon

Subject: the lunar landing is the first step in the exploration of the solar system
First Published In: Jun-69, Boys' Life
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Beyond the Ultimate

Original Title: Speed Limit 186,300 M.P.S.
Subject: speculations on space travel
First Published In: Jul-69, Holiday
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Living on the Moon, Part I

Original Title: The Food Supply of Luna City, Part I
Subject: on the Moon, live underground; recycle water; use sun's radiation for energy
First Published In: Jul-69, Food Service
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The Lunar Landing

Original Title: The Moon Could Answer the Riddle of Life
Subject: formation and makeup of the Moon
First Published In: 13-Jul-69, New York Times
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The Secret of the Squid

Original Title: Spacecraft, Like Squid, Maneuver by 'Squirts'
Subject: jets and rockets
First Published In: 17-Jul-69, New York Times Corp
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Living on the Moon, Part II

Original Title: The Food Supply of Luna City, Part II
Subject: on the Moon, using microorganisms, selected crops, and a few animals for food
First Published In: Aug-69, Food Service
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Man Getting Better at Deciphering Cosmic Messages

Subject: an observatory on the Moon is the next step in observing cosmic radiation
First Published In: 3-Aug-69, New York Times
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NASA Goofed!

Subject: compared to typical Hollywood space adventures, the Moon landing was dull
First Published In: 8-Nov-69, TV Guide
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We Came in Peace for All Mankind

Subject: the lunar landing provided the universal joy of intellectual discovery
First Published In: Dec-69, Redbook
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The Case Against Man

Subject: the problem of population growth
First Published In: 1970, Field Newspaper Syndicate
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Outer Space, Wet Space

Subject:
First Published In: Jan-70, Seventeen
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The Sun Vanishes

Subject: solar eclipses
First Published In: 10-Mar-70, Second Look
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Freedom at Last

Original Title: You've Come a Long Way Baby . . .
Subject: female freedom, sexual and otherwise
First Published In: 14-Mar-70, Newsday
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The Serious Side of Science Fiction

Original Title: Science Fiction, an Aid to Science, Foresees the Future
Subject: SF's influence on scientists
First Published In: May-70, Smithsonian
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How I Lost My Purity and Began Writing for Television

Subject: Asimov's foray into TV writing with the science special "The Unseen World"
First Published In: 2-May-70, TV Guide
Collection(s):

You Are a Catalog

Subject: in the future DNA may be modified to cure diseases
First Published In: Spring-70, Boston University Journal
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To Go Forward or Not After Near Disaster?

Subject: despite the failure of Apollo 13, the manned space program should go onward
First Published In: 19-Apr-70, New York Times
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The Fourth Revolution

Subject: modern communications
First Published In: Oct-70, Saturday Review
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The Good Earth Is Dying

Original Title: Die Gute Erde Stirbt
Subject: Earth can't sustain current population levels
First Published In: 1971 No 21, Der Spiegel
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You Can't Even Break Even

Original Title: In the Game of Energy and Thermodynamics, You Can't Even Break Even
Subject: energy and the second law of thermodynamics
First Published In: 1971, Smithsonian
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The Romance of Mars

Subject: possibilities of Martian life
First Published In: Jan-71, Mars, We Love You by J. Hipolito and W.E. McNelly
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The End

Subject: mass, energy, and population
First Published In: Jan-71, Penthouse Magazine
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The End, Unless . . .

Original Title: Can Man Survive the Year 2000?
Subject: solutions to population growth
First Published In: Jan-71, True
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Fire

Original Title: Greeks' Four Universal Elements -- and Then Some
Subject: fire, heat, and energy
First Published In: 1971, Smithsonian
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Air

Original Title: Air, Thin Air, the Formless Element of the Greeks
Subject: the discovery of gases
First Published In: 1971, Smithsonian
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Water

Original Title: How the Greeks' Element Water, Turned into H2O
Subject: water's place in chemistry
First Published In: 1971, Smithsonian
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No Space for Women?

Subject: female astronauts and cosmonauts
First Published In: Mar-71, The Ladies Home Journal
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Knowledge Is Anywhere

Subject: knowledge often spans different branches of science; e.g. astrochemistry
First Published In: Spring-71, Publisher's Hall Syndicate
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Earth

Original Title: Greeks' Four Universal Elements -- and Then Some
Subject: the composition of matter
First Published In: Apr-71, Smithsonian
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Space

Subject: size and distance, near and far
First Published In: Apr-71, Electronic Age (RCA)
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The Scientists' Responsibility

Subject: cooperation of scientists
First Published In: Apr-71, Isaac Asimov Presents the Best Crime Stories of the 19th Century
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The Skies of Luna

Original Title: A Tourist's View of the Moon
Subject: views of the Earth, Sun, and stars from the Moon's surface
First Published In: Apr-71, Penthouse Magazine
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Personal Flight

Original Title: Personal Flight, 2000 A.D.
Subject: VTOL personal vehicles
First Published In: May-71, Private Pilot
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TV and the Race with Doom

Original Title: Our Race With Doom
Subject: the potential for TV and satellite communication to save world
First Published In: 5-Jun-71, TV Guide
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Time

Subject: time measure and relativity
First Published In: Jul-71, Electronic Age (RCA)
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John W. Campbell

Subject:
First Published In: 12-Jul-71, Locus
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It's About Time

Subject: the discovery of nature's rhythms
First Published In: Oct-71, The Construction Man
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Mass

Subject: mass and the fabric of space
First Published In: Oct-71, Electronic Age (RCA)
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A Literature of Ideas

Original Title: When Aristotle Fails, Try Science Fiction
Subject: SF as a good source of ideas
First Published In: Dec-71, Intellectual Digest
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The Rhythm of Day and Night

Original Title: Hidden Rhythms that Make Nature's Clock Tick
Subject: biological rhythms
First Published In: Dec-Jan-72, National Wildlife
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How Many inches in a Mile

Subject: an argument for the metric system
First Published In: Winter-71, Saturday Evening Post
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The Most Potent Poison in the World

Original Title: World's Most Deadly Poison -- The Botulin Spore
Subject: botulism and its dangers
First Published In: Jan-72, Science Digest
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Two Regal Women

Subject: the lives of Mary Todd Lincoln and Queen Elizabeth I
First Published In: 12-Feb-72, TV Guide
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What Do You Call a Platypus

Subject: categorizing animals
First Published In: Mar-72, International Wildlife
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Man, the Overbalancer

Original Title: At Stake: 500,000,000 Years of Life
Subject: man's activities now influence the destiny of life on Earth
First Published In: Apr-May 72, National Wildlife
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Forget Me Not!

Original Title: What's On Your Mind
Subject: experiments and theories about how the brain may work
First Published In: May-72, Phi Delta Kappan
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The Birth of the Bomb

Original Title: The Manhattan Project
Subject: the Manhattan project
First Published In: 6-May-72, TV Guide
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The Coming Decades in Space

Subject: reasons for the space station, shuttle, telescope and comsats
First Published In: Jun-72, Boys' Life
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Prediction as a Side Effect

Subject: science fiction predictions
First Published In: Jul-72, Boston Review of Arts
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The Flying Mountains

Subject: the danger of eccentric asteroids
First Published In: Jul-72, Intellectual Digest
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The Ultimate Speed Limit

Subject: the special theory of relativity and high-speed travel
First Published In: 8-Jul-72, Saturday Review of Science
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No More Willing Baby Machines

Subject: women will achieve equality when they are no longer obliged to have children
First Published In: Aug-72, Harper's Bazaar
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The Whole Message

Original Title: I Can't Believe I Saw the Whole Thing
Subject: holography and holograms
First Published In: 2-Sep-72, Saturday Review of Science
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To Life - But Not Forever

Original Title: See You In the Hereafter
Subject: cryogenics and immortality
First Published In: Dec-72, Penthouse Magazine
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The Ultimate in Communication

Original Title: Person to Person
Subject: brain communication device implantation and telepathy
First Published In: Dec-72, Lifestyle
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William

Subject: Shakespeare probably considered himself an actor first and a writer second
First Published In: 30-Dec-72, TV Guide
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The Evolution of Human Flight

Original Title: Naturally, We Fly
Subject: flight by animals and man
First Published In: 1973, American Adventurers Association, Inc.
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The Beginning and the End

Subject: several variations on the "Big-Bang" cosmogony considered
First Published In: 1973, Physical Science Today
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Of What Use?

Original Title: Intro: Basic Research that Shapes Our Lives
Subject: the result of scientific discoveries often cannot be predicted
First Published In: 1973, The Greatest Adventure
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So Why Aren't We Rich?

Subject: why SF has such devoted fans, and what those fans are like
First Published In: 1973, Nebula Award Stories Eight
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The Switchboard Inside

Subject: the brain and the nervous system
First Published In: 1973 V25 No 7, Station Gehenna by Andrew Weiner
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Sex in Space

Original Title: Sex in a Spaceship
Subject: sexual contact in low or zero gravity
First Published In: Jan-73, Sexology
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Happy Birthday, Transistor

Subject: the background of and the workings of the transistor
First Published In: Jan-73, Saturday Review of Science
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The Individualism to Come

Subject: targeting mail and messages using computer technology
First Published In: 7-Jan-73, New York Times
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Communication by Molecule

Subject: making a computer like the brain
First Published In: Mar-Apr-73, Bell Telephone Magazine
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Einstein's Vision

Original Title: Albert Einstein
Subject: Einstein's contributions to science
First Published In: 19-May-73, TV Guide
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The Hydrosphere

Subject: Earth's water
First Published In: Jun-73, Motor Boating and Sailing
Collection(s):

A. D. 3000

Subject: optimistic predictions
First Published In: Jun-Jul-73, National Wildlife
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Fresh Water

Subject: needs for and sources of fresh water
First Published In: Jul-73, Motor Boating and Sailing
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The Amusement Park of the Future

Original Title: My Amusement Park of the Future
Subject: simulating Moon and space conditions
First Published In: Jul-73, Seventeen
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Fossil Fuels

Original Title: The Fascinating Story of Fossil Fuels
Subject: types of fossil fuels, rates of usage, and how long they will last
First Published In: Aug-Sep-73, National Wildlife
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The Transportation Revolution

Subject: history of automobiles and flight
First Published In: Oct-Nov-73, Modern Maturity
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If I Were To Design a Woman

Subject: hypothetical changes Asimov would make if he designed a woman
First Published In: Nov-73, Viva
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The Atomic Revolution

Subject: radioactivity, isotopes, bombs
First Published In: Dec-73-Jan-74, Modern Maturity
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Watch for the Christmas Comet!

Subject: the comet Kohoutek
First Published In: Dec-73-Jan-74, National Wildlife
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Living Through the Winter

Original Title: Living Through Winter
Subject: hibernation and migration
First Published In: 1974, Book of Knowledge Annual
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Astronomy

Subject: viewing the sky, stars, and the constellations
First Published In: 1974, The Family Creative Workshop (Time Life)
Collection(s):

The Second Nova

Subject: the brief but brilliant career of Stanley G. Weinbaum
First Published In: 1974, The Best of Stanley G. Weinbaum
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Technology and the Rise of Man

Original Title: Technology: Abandon, Endure or Advance
Subject: brief history of technology
First Published In: 1974 No 1, Gould, Inc (Technology Dialogues)
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The Democracy of Learning

Subject: the joy of learning should continue through our lives
First Published In: 1974 V1 No 4, Know by Encyclopedia Britannica
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Food in the Future

Original Title: Protein 1984
Subject: protein needs and food ideas
First Published In: Jan-74, Food Management
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Science Fiction and Society

Original Title: Science Fiction: Real Life Mirror of Social Change
Subject: the outlook of SF has generally followed the outlook of contemporary society
First Published In: Jan-74, Prism (American Medical Association)
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Technology and the Rise of the United States

Original Title: Technology: The Lightning Rod, Ben Franklin and the American Revolution
Subject: US invention and development
First Published In: 1974 No 2, Gould, Inc (Technology Dialogues)
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Technology and Energy

Original Title: Technology: Whale Oil, Arab Oil, and No Oil
Subject: from steam engines to electronics and energy conservation
First Published In: 1974 No 5, Gould, Inc (Technology Dialogues)
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The Energy Revolution

Subject: ways of producing power
First Published In: Feb-Mar-74, Modern Maturity
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The Real Cyrano

Original Title: Cyrano de Bergerac
Subject: Savinien Cyrano de Bergerac was one of the earliest science fiction writers
First Published In: 2-Feb-74, TV Guide
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How to Write 160 Books Without Really Trying

Original Title: How to Write 148 Books Without Really Trying
Subject: how Asimov writes so much
First Published In: Mar-74, Chemtech
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Tighten Your Belt

Subject: changes in food consumption and trends due to population
First Published In: Apr-74, Good Food
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The Communications Revolution

Subject: history of wireless communication
First Published In: Apr-May-74, Modern Maturity
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Man and Evolution

Original Title: Man Stacks the Evolutionary Deck
Subject: man's effect on evolution
First Published In: Apr-May-74, National Wildlife
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Large Satellites of Jupiter

Original Title: What's Hiding on the Moons of Jupiter?
Subject: Jupiter's moons compared to the Earth's
First Published In: 7-Apr-74, Baltimore Sun
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Science is Where You Find It

Original Title: Science Studies Old Wives Cures
Subject: there may be a grain of truth in folk tales
First Published In: 20-Apr-74, TV Guide
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Smart, But Not Smart Enough?

Original Title: Chimpanzees
Subject: chimpanzees are too smart to do menial slave labor
First Published In: 4-May-74, TV Guide
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The Inevitability of Life

Subject: the origin of life
First Published In: Jun-74, Science Digest
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The Health Revolution

Subject: fighting diseases
First Published In: Jun-Jul-74, Modern Maturity
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The Electronic Revolution

Subject: a brief history of electronics
First Published In: Jun-Jul-74, Modern Maturity
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Designing the Superman

Original Title: From Org to Cyborg to Cyb
Subject: artificial body parts
First Published In: 29-Jun-74, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Stages of Fusion

Original Title: Energy: Future
Subject: power from fusion
First Published In: Jul-74, Argosy
Collection(s):

Is There Hope for the Future?

Subject: key requirements for future hope
First Published In: Jul-74, Galaxy
Collection(s):

The Computer Revolution

Subject: the history leading up to computers
First Published In: Aug-Sep-74, Modern Maturity
Collection(s):

CP

Subject: crackpots such as Velikovsky
First Published In: Oct-74, Analog Science Fiction/Science Fact
Collection(s):

The Space Revolution

Subject: rockets, space shots, Apollo
First Published In: Oct-Nov-74, Modern Maturity
Collection(s):

The Universe Revolution

Subject: the size of the universe
First Published In: Oct-Nov-74, Modern Maturity
Collection(s):

Gravitation Unlimited

Subject: black holes; what they are and what they may mean to us
First Published In: Nov-Dec-74, International Wildlife
Collection(s):

And Who Shall Feed This World?

Subject: famine can be avoided only if population growth is curbed
First Published In: 9-Nov-74, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Ben Franklin

Subject: the novel ideas of Ben Franklin, including the notion of the United States
First Published In: 16-Nov-74, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Monsters We Have Lived With

Original Title: They Don't Make Monsters Like They Used To
Subject: possible explanations for the monsters of ancient lore
First Published In: 23-Nov-74, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Glorious Sun

Original Title: Solar Power: New Ways to Add to Our Energy Supply
Subject: the Sun's energy can be used in better ways than it is now
First Published In: Dec-74, Mainliner (United Airlines)
Collection(s):

Farewell to Youth

Subject: aging of the population will change our views and traditions
First Published In: Dec-74, American Legion Magazine
Collection(s):

Facing Up to It

Original Title: Mastectomy: A Husband's Story
Subject: helping Janet through the anguish of a mastectomy
First Published In: Dec-74, Family Health
Collection(s):

Little Green Men or Not

Original Title: UFOs
Subject: UFOs are not likely to be extraterrestrial spaceships
First Published In: 14-Dec-74, TV Guide
Collection(s):

To My Daughter

Subject: a loving tribute to Robyn
First Published In: 1975, The Tyrannasaurus Prescription (collection #37)
Collection(s):

Sis

Subject: a computer in charge of everything
First Published In: 1975, Change! (collection #26)
Collection(s):

The Moon as Threshold

Subject: the limits of space travel; the goal of Moon colonization
First Published In: 1975, Frontiers of Knowledge
Collection(s):

The Myth of Less Than All

Subject: nations must join together and cooperate to survive
First Published In: 1975 No 30, Fantastic Universe
Collection(s):

Letter to a Newborn Child

Subject: warning of the crisis of population versus environment
First Published In: 1975 No 3, Unicef News
Collection(s):

The Coming Age of Age

Subject: societal changes due to a larger proportion of older people
First Published In: Jan-75, Prism (American Medical Association)
Collection(s):

The Big Weather Change

Original Title: The Weather Machine
Subject: the consequences of human influences on weather could be catastrophic
First Published In: 22-Feb-75, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Man and Computer

Original Title: On Computers
Subject: computers aid man's abilities and will not act against him
First Published In: Apr-75, dp/Solutions (IBM)
Collection(s):

How Easy to See the Future!

Subject: SF often sees the inevitable future, which could help prevent catastrophe
First Published In: Apr-75, Natural History
Collection(s):

Volatiles for the Life of Luna

Original Title: Life on Luna - Why Not?
Subject: comets as a source of water for Moon colonies
First Published In: May-75, Three More Novels of the Future by H. G. Wells
Collection(s):

The Price of Survival

Subject: the role of women in a low-birth-rate world of the future
First Published In: Jun-75, Genesis
Collection(s):

That Old Time Violence

Original Title: Violence - as Human as Thumbs
Subject: violence is useless against modern threats to mankind's survival
First Published In: 14-Jun-75, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Colonizing the Heavens

Subject: colonizing the 60 degree points in the Moon's orbit
First Published In: 28-Jun-75, Saturday Review
Collection(s):

The Miss America Pageant

Subject: The Miss America contest affirms success in the sexual marketplace
First Published In: 30-Aug-75, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Natural Satellites

Subject: the unique features of the solar system's satellites
First Published In: 1976, Yearbook of Science and the Future (Enc Brit)
Collection(s):

Of Life Beyond

Subject: possibilities of life beyond Earth in solar system and space
First Published In: 1976, Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence: The First Encounter
Collection(s):

Space and the Law

Original Title: Perspective of Space
Subject: parallels between Earth and space colonization
First Published In: 1976, American Law: the Third Century by B. Schwartz
Collection(s):

The Face of the Moon

Subject: the Moon's size and closeness spurred interest in astronomy
First Published In: Jan-Feb 76, Mercury (Astro. Society of the Pacific)
Collection(s):

A Drop of Water

Subject: water's presence, makeup, uses, and importance to man
First Published In: Spring 76, HTH Poolife
Collection(s):

America - A.D. 2176

Original Title: America - 2176 A.D.
Subject: a prediction of the future, looking backwards 200 years after the present
First Published In: Summer-76, Final Frontier
Collection(s):

Benjamin Franklin Changes the World

Subject: belief in science being useful started with kite experiments
First Published In: Jul-76, Cricket
Collection(s):

Olympic Games

Subject: the history of the Olympic Games
First Published In: 24-Jul-76, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Recipe for an Ocean

Original Title: Recipe for a Planetary Ocean
Subject: possibilities for various kinds of oceans and where they occur
First Published In: Aug-Sep-76, Natural History
Collection(s):

His Own Particular Drummer

Subject: computer-delivered education will be more desirable
First Published In: Sep-76, Phi Delta Kappan
Collection(s):

One-to-One

Original Title: One-to-One-to-Wonderland
Subject: encouraging characteristics associated with creativity
First Published In: Autumn-76, Polaroid Close-Up
Collection(s):

The Flaming God

Subject: the origins of myth and religion probably came from the Sun
First Published In: 30-Oct-76, Saturday Review
Collection(s):

Moving About

Original Title: Earth Trek
Subject: future transportation must address energy, pollution, etc.
First Published In: Nov-76, Saturday Evening Post
Collection(s):

The First Science Fiction Novel

Subject: "Frankenstein", which used a new finding of science, was the first SF novel
First Published In: 1977, Science Fiction: Contemporary Mythology
Collection(s):

Arthur C. Clarke

Subject: a brief biography of Arthur C. Clarke
First Published In: 1977, American Law: the Third Century by B. Schwartz
Collection(s):

Beyond Our Brain (with Ben Bova)

Subject: the treatment of human and alien intelligence in science fiction
First Published In: 1977, Mind and Supermind
Collection(s):

The Role of the Heretic

Subject: Velikovsky's position in the fabric of science
First Published In: 1977, Scientists Confront Velikovsky
Collection(s):

The Widest Field

Subject: fantasy is the widest literary field
First Published In: 1977, 100 Great Fantasy Short Short Stories
Collection(s):

Technology and Communication

Original Title: Not Enough Information, Too Much Information
Subject: writing, printing, computers, communication networks, etc.
First Published In: 1977 No 7, Gould, Inc (Technology Dialogues)
Collection(s):

The Gift of the Plants

Subject: stages of development in Earth's atmosphere
First Published In: Jan-77, Horticulture
Collection(s):

Earth Shrugs It's Shoulders

Original Title: Stand By, We Have an Earthquake Warning
Subject: earthquakes: causes and the possibilities for prediction
First Published In: Jan-Feb-77, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
Collection(s):

An Open Letter to the President

Original Title: Isaac Asimov Advises the President
Subject: a plea for space stations for energy and technology advancement
First Published In: Feb-77, Science Digest
Collection(s):

A Choice of Catastrophes

Original Title: 20 Ways the World Could End
Subject: of all dangers facing humankind, population is most imminent
First Published In: Mar-77, Popular Mechanics
Collection(s):

Salt

Original Title: Salt of the Earth
Subject: salt: needs, traditions, sources and extraction processes
First Published In: Mar-Apr-77, International Wildlife
Collection(s):

Before Bacteria

Original Title: Microbes and Men
Subject: notions of disease, from ancient to modern times
First Published In: 19-Mar-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Neutron Stars

Subject: neutron stars and the discovery of a pulsar in the Crab Nebula
First Published In: 1-May-77, London Telegraph
Collection(s):

Key to the Universe

Subject: the Big Bang
First Published In: 21-May-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Brain Explosion

Original Title: The Hidden Universe: The Brain
Subject: the evolution of the brain; brain size vs. body size
First Published In: 11-Jun-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Gene Scene

Subject: valuable genetic research should be allowed to continue
First Published In: Sep-77, Saturday Evening Post
Collection(s):

Flying in Time to Come

Original Title: Flying in 2002
Subject: personal flying vehicles on Earth and in space
First Published In: Sep-77, Flying
Collection(s):

Daytime TV Can Be Hard to Swallow

Subject: daytime television is worse than a hospital stay
First Published In: 1-Oct-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

I, Claudius

Subject: Claudius and the first emperors of Rome
First Published In: 12-Nov-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Faster than Light

Subject: unlikely possibilities of faster-than-light travel
First Published In: Dec-77, Starlog
Collection(s):

What Makes Good Science Fiction?

Original Title: If It's Good Science Fiction the Writers Know Some Science
Subject: good science fiction requires that the writer knows science
First Published In: 24-Dec-77, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Coming Decades in Agriculture

Subject: agriculture will change to handle the growing population
First Published In: 1978, The Tyrannasaurus Prescription (collection #37)
Collection(s):

The Myth of the Machine

Subject: machines and the myth of the creator supplanted by the creation
First Published In: 1978, Science Fiction: Contemporary Mythology
Collection(s):

My Own View

Subject: SF is important because it predicts change through technology
First Published In: 1978, The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction
Collection(s):

The First Science Fiction Writer

Subject: Jules Verne was the first writer to specialize in science fiction
First Published In: 1978, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Material accompanying recording)
Collection(s):

The Hole in the Middle

Subject: hollow earth ideas used by Verne in "Journey to the Center of the Earth"
First Published In: 1978, Journey to the Center of the Earth (Material accompanying recording)
Collection(s):

Other Intelligent Life?

Subject: probabilities of intelligent life in our galaxy
First Published In: 1978, Montcalm Publishing Corporation
Collection(s):

Sun

Subject: we probably don't understand reactions in the Sun's core
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Mercury

Subject: determination of the rotation period of Mercury
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Venus

Subject: Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Earth

Subject: plate tectonics, continental drift, and the ocean floor
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Mars

Subject: canals and inteligent life on Mars
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Asteroids

Subject: discovery of and properties of asteroids
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Jupiter

Subject: physical properties of Jupiter
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Saturn

Subject: what was known about Saturn in 1979
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Uranus

Subject: Uranus and its rings
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Neptune

Subject: what little is known about Neptune
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Pluto

Subject: Pluto and its moon Charon
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Comets

Subject: the structure and origin of comets
First Published In: 1978, The Science Fictional Solar System
Collection(s):

Water

Original Title: Water, Water, Everywhere
Subject: methods which might increase the amount of fresh water available
First Published In: Mar-Apr-78, International Wildlife
Collection(s):

Art and Science

Subject: advances in art and science are often complementary
First Published In: Mar-Apr-78, Design
Collection(s):

Society in the Future

Original Title: The Future of Society
Subject: solving major problems of energy, population, and war
First Published In: Apr-78, The Future in Question (1980)
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov Designs: Turnpike 2000

Subject: future turnpikes will be moving strips, free of pollution and fatalities
First Published In: Apr-78, New Jersey Monthly
Collection(s):

The Computerized World

Original Title: Wonderful World of Computers
Subject: advances in computers will change our lives even more
First Published In: 16-Apr-78, Field Enterprises Incorporated
Collection(s):

The Answer to Star Wars?

Original Title: Battlestar Galactica: Creativity(?) in Full Force
Subject: "Battlestar Galactica" is a copy of "Star Wars", including implausible science
First Published In: 17-Sep-78, Newsday
Collection(s):

Adventure!

Subject: adventure tales have endured because they fascinate
First Published In: Fall-78, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Adventure Magazine
Collection(s):

Is It Wise to Contact Advanced Civilizations?

Subject: it is profitable, useful, and safe to attempt to contact advanced civilizations
First Published In: Nov-78, Second Look
Collection(s):

Looking for Our Neighbors

Original Title: Searchlight on Space: Is Anybody Out There?
Subject: we should listen for signals from other intelligent life
First Published In: Nov-78, American Chemical Society
Collection(s):

The Dead Sea Scrolls

Subject: the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Essene sect
First Published In: 11-Nov-78, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Science and Technology

Subject: even pure science depends on advances in technology
First Published In: 1979, American Chemical Society
Collection(s):

The Science Fiction Breakthrough

Subject: modern SF began with H. G. Wells, who placed the story first
First Published In: 1979, Three Novels of the Future by H. G. Wells
Collection(s):

The Universe of Science Fiction

Subject: SF is broader than mainstream fiction; writing SF mysteries isn't impossible
First Published In: 1979, The Thirteen Crimes of Science Fiction
Collection(s):

Black Holes

Subject: description of black holes; discovery of one in Cygnus called Cygnus X-1
First Published In: 1979, London Telegraph
Collection(s):

The Average Person as Astronaut

Subject: unusual recreation on the Moon and space stations
First Published In: 1979, American Adventurers Association, Inc.
Collection(s):

The One-Man Revolution

Subject: Einstein's important contributions to physics
First Published In: 1979, Hearst Corporation
Collection(s):

The Pace of Research

Subject: arguments against slowing scientific research
First Published In: 16-Jan-79, American Medical News
Collection(s):

Do You Want to Be Cloned?

Original Title: Don't Be Afraid of Clones
Subject: cloning techniques have some benefits in certain areas
First Published In: Mar-79, Family Weekly
Collection(s):

Adventure in the Sky!

Subject:
First Published In: Spring-79, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Adventure Magazine
Collection(s):

Einstein's Theory of Relativity

Original Title: Relativity in a Nutshell
Subject: tests of relativity's bizarre predictions continue to prove them correct
First Published In: May-79, The UNESCO Courier
Collection(s):

The Elevator Effect

Subject: an optimistic prediction for society in the future
First Published In: May-79, Science Digest
Collection(s):

We Must Begin a Celestial Search for Civilization

Subject: we should search for extraterrestrial civilizations
First Published In: 20-May-79, Los Angeles Times
Collection(s):

The Decade of Decision

Subject: the need to decide about population, energy, and war
First Published In: 2-Jun-79, Manchete (Brazil, Portugese language)
Collection(s):

Pure and Impure

Subject: science and technology advance with help from each other
First Published In: 9-Jun-79, Saturday Review
Collection(s):

The Prescientific Universe

Original Title: The Pre-Scientific Universe
Subject: ancient myths and legends played a role similar to modern SF
First Published In: Summer-79, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Adventure Magazine
Collection(s):

What's Happened to Mankind's Giant Leap in Space?

Subject: accomplishments in solar system exploration since the Apollo project
First Published In: Jul-79, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Infinite Horizons: Space After Apollo

Subject: what it would be like to live on the Moon
First Published In: 14-Jul-79, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Science and Beauty

Original Title: Science and the Sense of Wonder
Subject: science adds to and enhances the simple beauty we see
First Published In: 12-Aug-79, Washington Post
Collection(s):

Reminiscences of Peg

Subject: Memories of John W. Campbell's second wife Peg
First Published In: Sep-79, Locus
Collection(s):

Bacterial Engineering

Subject: some of the great benefits and potential risks of bacterial engineering
First Published In: Sep-Oct-79, Realities (USA Publications)
Collection(s):

In 40 Years, Hydrogen Fusion Will Solve Energy Problems

Subject: fusion may provide the answer to our energy problems by the year 2020
First Published In: Sep-79, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Boom in Science Fiction

Subject: real SF differs from (visual) eye-sci-fi, which relies on special effects
First Published In: Fall 79, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Adventure Magazine
Collection(s):

The Useful Ivory Tower

Original Title: Support Your Useful Ivory Tower
Subject: knowledge usually has some usefulness, either bad or good
First Published In: Autumn-79, Creative Living
Collection(s):

The Prolific Writer

Subject: what it takes to be a prolific writer
First Published In: Oct-79, Science Fiction Writers of America Bulletin
Collection(s):

The Campbell Touch

Subject: John W. Campbell had a genius for recognizing and nurturing talented writers
First Published In: 1980, New Voices II: The Campbell Award
Collection(s):

How Science Fiction Came to Be Big Business

Original Title: Call It Science Fiction, or Sci-Fi, It's Big!
Subject: the rise in respectability of science fiction
First Published In: 1980, World Book Year Book
Collection(s):

1984

Subject: a critique of George Orwell's "1984", which was a poor forecast
First Published In: 1980, Field Newspaper Syndicate
Collection(s):

Science Fiction, 1938

Subject: the much smaller world of science fiction in 1938
First Published In: 1980, Nebula Winners Fourteen
Collection(s):

The Wendell Urth Series

Subject: the story behind the first Wendell Urth story
First Published In: 1980, The Great Science Fiction Series
Collection(s):

Homo Obsoletus?

Subject: computer intelligence won't replace human intelligence
First Published In: 1980, Through the '80s (World Future Society)
Collection(s):

Hobgoblin

Subject: even rationalists can enjoy mysteries with fantasy elements
First Published In: 1980, Mysterious Visions by ??
Collection(s):

A Quick Dip

Subject: reading good science fiction is like scuba-diving of the mind
First Published In: 1980, Microcosmic Tales
Collection(s):

The Future of Plants

Subject: plant diversity will be even more important in space colonies
First Published In: Jan-80, Horticulture
Collection(s):

A Space Exploration Payoff?

Original Title: A Space Exploration Payoff? The Potential Is Immense
Subject: space exploration provides many practical benefits
First Published In: Jan-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

A Pumpkin is Not a Spaceship

Subject: SF in movies or on television depends entirely upon special effects
First Published In: Jan-80, Horizon
Collection(s):

Speculative Fiction

Original Title: Science or Speculative Fiction
Subject: the inconsistencies and illogic of the TV production of "The Lathe of Heaven"
First Published In: 6-Jan-80, Newsday
Collection(s):

Ray Bradbury

Subject: Bradbury was the only non-Campbell author to become a big star
First Published In: 12-Jan-80, TV Guide
Collection(s):

A Cult of Ignorance

Subject: anti-intellectualism stands in the way of true democracy
First Published In: 21-Jan-80, Newsweek
Collection(s):

The Double Discovery of Evolution

Original Title: The Voyage of Charles Darwin
Subject: parallels of Wallace's and Darwin's ideas on evolution
First Published In: 26-Jan-80, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Spotted Sun

Original Title: The Spotted Sun : New Studies Will Seek Understanfing
Subject: sunspots and solar flares, and their effect on Earth
First Published In: Feb-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Nature of the Title

Subject: the title of a story emphasizes its central point
First Published In: Feb-80, The Future in Question (1980)
Collection(s):

Feminism for Survival

Original Title: Wanted: Half of the Human Race to Solve Life-or-Death Crisis
Subject: women should be treated as intellectual equals of men
First Published In: Mar-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

What is the Universe Made Of?

Original Title: What's the Universe Made Of?
Subject: particles and forces included in theories of the universe's composition
First Published In: Apr-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Ring of Evil

Original Title: The One Ring is What We Make It
Subject: the One Ring of Tolkien's tale represents technology
First Published In: May-80, Panorama
Collection(s):

The Future of Collecting

Subject: leisure time and artifact rarity will encourage collecting in the future
First Published In: May-80, Franklin Mint Almanac
Collection(s):

Beyond the Universe

Original Title: Does Something Lie Beyond?
Subject: it is meaningless to ask what lies beyond the universe
First Published In: Jun-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Harvest of Intelligence

Original Title: Should We Try to Create a Brave New World?
Subject: environment is more beneficial to intelligence than gene selection
First Published In: 29-Jun-80, Family Weekly
Collection(s):

Introduction

Subject: letter writing as literature
First Published In: Jul-80, Space Mail
Collection(s):

The Science Fiction Blowgun

Subject: the point of a short short story is made like a needle fired from a blowgun
First Published In: Aug-80, 100 Great Science Fiction Short Short Stories
Collection(s):

The Fascination of Science

Original Title: What's Fueling the Popular Science Explosion?
Subject: science and science fiction writing are becoming more popular
First Published In: Aug-80, Saturday Review
Collection(s):

Sherlock Holmes as Chemist

Subject: A. C. Doyle made errors in describing Holmes' chemistry
First Published In: Aug-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Science, Public Must Be Friends if the World Is to Survive

Subject: scientists must teach science and the public must learn it
First Published In: 28-Aug-80, Los Angeles Times
Collection(s):

Life on a Space Settlement

Subject: ecology, travel, communication, and low-gravity recreation in space
First Published In: Sep-80, American Legion Magazine
Collection(s):

The Global Computerized Library

Original Title: The Ultimate Library
Subject: sharing of information in a world network (ala the Internet?)
First Published In: Sep-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Sky of the Satellites

Original Title: The View from the Galilean Satellites
Subject: surprising view of the sky from the satellites of Jupiter
First Published In: Oct-80, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Science of the Eighties

Subject: reprint of "What's Fueling the Popular Science Explosion?", Aug-80
First Published In: Oct-80, Current
Collection(s):

Last Word

Subject: what if women were in heat twice a year
First Published In: Oct-80, Omni
Collection(s):

Payoff in Space

Original Title: Space, the Cutting Edge of Human Development
Subject: benefits from understanding justify the space program
First Published In: Nov-80, GQ
Collection(s):

The Future of Exploration

Subject: exploration of the Moon, space settlements, and Mars
First Published In: Dec-80, Explorer's Journal (Explorer's Club)
Collection(s):

At Home in Space

Subject: life in space settlements in the future
First Published In: Dec-80, Saturday Evening Post
Collection(s):

The Clinical Lab of the Future

Original Title: Anticipating the Laboratory of the Future
Subject: space labs and gene experiments will bring surprises
First Published In: Dec-80, Lab World
Collection(s):

Science and the Mountain Peak

Subject:
First Published In: Winter-80, The Skeptical Inquirer
Collection(s):

Listening to the Stars

Subject: the search for intelligent signals
First Published In: 1981, Change! (collection #26)
Collection(s):

The Dreams of Science Fiction

Subject: 28 dreams for the future, both practical and improbable
First Published In: 1981, Change! (collection #26)
Collection(s):

Big, Big, Big

Subject: John W. Campbell's big ideas illustrated the grandeur of the universe
First Published In: 1981, (Appeared for the first time in the collection)
Collection(s):

Horace

Subject: Horace Gold, editor of Galaxy, was also a fine science fiction author
First Published In: 1981, (Appeared for the first time in the collection)
Collection(s):

The Dark Vision

Subject: H. G. Wells' books carry his social message but are still good
First Published In: 1981, Three More Novels of the Future by H. G. Wells
Collection(s):

The First Century of Science Fiction

Subject: nineteenth century science fiction
First Published In: 1981, Isaac Asimov Presents the Best SF of the 19th Century
Collection(s):

Snacks

Subject: short mystery stories are like snacks, brief but delicious
First Published In: 1981, Miniature Mysteries
Collection(s):

Do We Regulate Science?

Original Title: Government vs. Science
Subject: occasional misuse of science shouldn't stop the search for knowledge
First Published In: 1981 V13 No 9, Family Health
Collection(s):

Hyperspace

Subject: we have no evidence hyperspace exists or allows rapid space travel
First Published In: Jan-81, P.M. (German Language)
Collection(s):

The First Person

Subject: first person stories
First Published In: Jan-81, The Future I (1981)
Collection(s):

Cosmic Cycle

Subject: the search for permanence in the universe
First Published In: Jan-Feb-91, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Who Wrote "The Taming of the Shrew"?

Subject: the theory that Francis Bacon wrote Shakespeare's plays
First Published In: 24-Jan-81, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Blind Who Would Lead

Subject: an attack on the ""Moral Majority"" and their beliefs
First Published In: 2-Feb-81, Maclean's
Collection(s):

What Have You Done For Us Lately?

Original Title: Has Technology Done Anything For Us Lately?
Subject: fear of technology is common, but use of it is mankind's only hope
First Published In: Mar-81, Mechanix Illustrated
Collection(s):

Revising the Pattern

Subject: recombinant DNA research may allow us to design humans
First Published In: Mar-81, Future Life
Collection(s):

The Reagan Doctrine

Subject: the idea that belief in God makes a person act properly
First Published In: May-81, Lone Star Review
Collection(s):

Identifying Ourselves

Subject: definitions of "human being" by different branches of science
First Published In: May-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Fire & Ice, Our Planet's Most Crucial Chapter

Subject: Earth's evolution from a planet of ice to one of fire to one of ice
First Published In: Jun-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Wide-angle Views of the Universe

Subject: review of the book _Life Beyond Earth_
First Published In: Jun-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Army of the Night

Original Title: The Threat of Creationism
Subject: the various arguments for creationism
First Published In: 14-Jun-81, New York Times
Collection(s):

Foreword

Subject: disasters in science fiction
First Published In: Jul-81, Catastrophes
Collection(s):

The Choking Grip

Original Title: Censorship: Its Choking Grip
Subject: censorship of sexual subjects on television
First Published In: 18-Jul-81, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Happy Accidents

Subject: serendipity in scientific discovery
First Published In: Jul-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Very Large Lion and the Very Small Mouse

Subject: the universe could be closed if there are massive neutrinos
First Published In: Aug-81, Omni
Collection(s):

Why This World Loves Sci-Fi

Subject:
First Published In: Sep-81, Home Video
Collection(s):

Why Do They Hate Relativity?

Subject: review of two books that explain relativity
First Published In: Sep-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Genesis War

Subject: a debate between Asimov and the director of the Institute for Creation Research
First Published In: Oct-81, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Hotel of the Future

Original Title: Checking in at Tomorrow's Hotel
Subject: computers and robots will change the hotel environment
First Published In: Nov-81, Signature (Diner's Club)
Collection(s):

Noel, Noel!

Subject: the evolution of the Saturnalia into Christmas
First Published In: Nov-81, The Twelve Crimes of Christmas
Collection(s):

I Am a Signpost

Subject: Asimov's early predictions in his science fiction stories
First Published In: Nov-81, Popular Computing
Collection(s):

Life on Earth

Original Title: Isaac Asimov Looks at 'Life on Earth'
Subject: the diversity and beauty of known life forms
First Published In: 1982, Mobil Viewer's Guide "Life on Earth"
Collection(s):

Do It First!

Subject: a sarcastic piece on how hard it is to solve the problems of society
First Published In: 1982, The Tyrannasaurus Prescription (collection #37)
Collection(s):

Is Fantasy Forever?

Subject: fantasy is often defined as fiction that cannot happen
First Published In: 1982, Isaac Asimov Presents the Best Fantasy of the 19th Century
Collection(s):

Creationism and the Schools

Original Title: The Dangerous Myth of Creationism
Subject: arguments against allowing "equal time" for creationism
First Published In: Jan-82, Penthouse Magazine
Collection(s):

Foreword

Subject: reading other people's letters is irresistable
First Published In: Jan-82, Space Mail 2
Collection(s):

For Public Understanding of Science

Original Title: Informing the Public: Why Bother?- The Case For
Subject: arguments for support and funding for science and research
First Published In: Jan-Feb-82, SIPIscope
Collection(s):

Touring the Moon

Original Title: A Tourist's Guide to the Moon
Subject: visualizing a Moon colony in 2082
First Published In: Jan-82, New York Times
Collection(s):

Science Corps

Original Title: The Science Corps Wants You
Subject: establishing a science corps to encourage interest in science
First Published In: Feb-82, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Word-Processor and I

Subject: Asimov's troubles with learning the quirks of personal computers
First Published In: Feb-82, Popular Computing
Collection(s):

It Changed the World!

Subject: television has changed the world
First Published In: Mar-82, TV:2000
Collection(s):

My Favorite Books for Nonscientists

Subject: ten science books that every nonscientist should read
First Published In: Mar-82, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Technophobia

Subject: the fear of learning about computer technology
First Published In: Spring-82, New Jersey Bell Journal
Collection(s):

Creeping Censorship

Subject: the advance of censorship should be stopped
First Published In: 29-Apr-82, Christian Science Monitor
Collection(s):

Flying Saucers and Science Fiction

Subject: flying saucers are unlikely
First Published In: May-82, Flying Saucers
Collection(s):

Darwin and Natural Selection

Original Title: The Problem Darwin Solved
Subject: summary on the development of the notions of evolution
First Published In: 1-May-82, The UNESCO Courier
Collection(s):

New York, New York

Subject: the attraction of New York lies in its variety
First Published In: Jun-82, The Big Apple Mysteries
Collection(s):

A Question of Speed

Original Title: The Word Processor and I: A Question of Speed
Subject: the word processor improved appearance but didn't speed writing
First Published In: Jun-82, Popular Computing
Collection(s):

Dragons!

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: where did the tales of dragons originate?
First Published In: Jul-82, Dragon Tales (1982)
Collection(s):

A Question of Spelling

Subject: perhaps the computer can help simplify spelling rules
First Published In: Jul-82, Popular Computing
Collection(s):

The Last Man on Earth

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: earliest "last-man-on-Earth" story and how it has been repeated
First Published In: Aug-82, The Last Man on Earth (Aug 1982)
Collection(s):

Excerpts

Subject: before the age of SF novels, long stories were serialized
First Published In: Sep-Oct-82, Science Fiction Digest
Collection(s):

Ancient Wonder Workers

Subject: a review of The Ancient Engineers, by L. Sprague de Camp
First Published In: Aug-82, Science Digest
Collection(s):

The Feminization of Science Fiction

Original Title: The Feminization of Sci-Fi
Subject: Star Trek was a factor in swinging more women to SF
First Published In: Oct-82, Vogue
Collection(s):

The Story Behind the "Foundation"

Subject: the history of the Foundation stories
First Published In: Dec-82, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine
Collection(s):

The Lure of Horror

Subject: we enjoy the fear of horror because it ends without real pain
First Published In: 1983, Isaac Asimov Presents the Best Horror and Supernatural Stories of the 19th Century
Collection(s):

Psychology

Subject: psychology is an important science that we all know but don't understand
First Published In: 1983, Hallucination Orbit
Collection(s):

Show Business

Subject: the lure and the fascination of show business careers
First Published In: 1983, Show Business is Murder
Collection(s):

The Nonhuman Brains

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: can our ubiquitous computers get out of human control?
First Published In: 1983, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
Collection(s):

The Forces of Evil

Subject: origin of Halloween and some other special days
First Published In: 1983, Thirteen Horrors of Halloween
Collection(s):

Crime Up to Date

Subject: the influence of the computer on future crime
First Published In: 1983, Computer Crimes and Capers
Collection(s):

Putting Bacteria to Work

Original Title: The Union of Genes and Genius
Subject: genetic research to cure disease and correct birth defects
First Published In: Mar-83, Science Digest
Collection(s):

Medicine From Space

Original Title: Made in Space
Subject: space's vacuum and microgravity allow new ways to make needed drugs
First Published In: Mar-83, Family Health
Collection(s):

Fiddling with Genes

Original Title: Oh, Brave New World
Subject: gene manipulation must be approached with care
First Published In: 24-Apr-83, Family Weekly
Collection(s):

The Longest Voyage

Subject: a description of difficulties with interstellar travel
First Published In: May-83, Starships
Collection(s):

Videogames are dead... Long Live the Supergames of Tomorrow!

Subject:
First Published In: May-83, Video Review
Collection(s):

Write, Write, Write

Subject: detailed requirements for being a prolific writer
First Published In: May-Jun-83, Communicator's Journal
Collection(s):

Male Humor

Subject: the ritual of off-color humor in exclusively male gatherings
First Published In: 5-Jun-83, New York Times Magazine
Collection(s):

Technology, You, Your Family, and the Future

Original Title: The Future Can Be Yours
Subject: computers will change our daily lives and women's roles
First Published In: Sep-83, The Ladies Home Journal
Collection(s):

Wizards

Subject: wizards know powerful secrets of the supernatural
First Published In: Oct-83, Wizards
Collection(s):

Three cheers for this battle of the sexes... and for Loni, too

Subject: some of Asimov's favorite television shows
First Published In: 22-Oct-83, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Popularizing Science

Subject: reasons society needs to have general knowledge of science
First Published In: Nov-83, Nature
Collection(s):

Life Is Wherever It Lands

Original Title: Atoms of Life
Subject: the simpler chemicals of life are found in meteors and comets
First Published In: Nov-83, Omni
Collection(s):

Should We Fear the Future?

Original Title: Fear Not the Future
Subject: will more computers and technology put people out of work?
First Published In: Nov-83, MicroDiscovery
Collection(s):

Empires

Subject: empires and their attributes in history and science fiction
First Published In: Dec-83, Intergalactic Empires
Collection(s):

Work Changes Its Meaning

Original Title: Creativity Will Dominate Our Time After the Concepts of Work and Fun Have Been Blurred by Technology
Subject: computers and more leisure time will change many jobs
First Published In: Dec-83, Mercury (Astro. Society of the Pacific)
Collection(s):

Should We Fear the Computer?

Original Title: Fear Not the Future, Part II
Subject: our fear should not stop us from using computers more
First Published In: Dec-83-Jan-84, MicroDiscovery
Collection(s):

Movie Science

Subject: are those things we see in movies possible in the future?
First Published In: 1984, Omni's Screen Flight, Screen Fantasies
Collection(s):

Human Mutations

Subject: recent genetic changes in human bodies and brains
First Published In: 1984, Young Mutants
Collection(s):

Poison!

Subject: nature of poison and its use in society
First Published In: 1984, Murder on the Menu
Collection(s):

The Hospital of the Future

Subject: diagnostic abilities and genetic sophistication will increase in future hospitals
First Published In: 1984, Hospital Research Associates
Collection(s):

Our Changing Perception of the Universe

Subject: since 1900, our understanding of the universe has changed
First Published In: 1984, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Larger Than Life

Subject: heroes and heroines of fantasy stories capture our imagination
First Published In: 1984, 13 Short Fantasy Novels
Collection(s):

The Forever Generation

Subject: what life would be like if medical science gives humans immortality
First Published In: 1984, Opus 300
Collection(s):

2084

Original Title: After 1984, What?
Subject: predictions of future technology from a 1984 vantage point
First Published In: Jan-84, Signature (Diner's Club)
Collection(s):

Life in the 21st Century

Subject: impact of computerization and space exploration on future life
First Published In: Feb-Mar-84, Modern Maturity
Collection(s):

Science and Science Fiction

Original Title: Truth Isn't Stranger than Science Fiction, Just Slower
Subject: SF mostly anticipated science but missed microcircuits
First Published In: 12-Feb-84, New York Times
Collection(s):

Witches

Subject: we view witches negatively due to bible mistranslation
First Published In: Apr-84, Witches
Collection(s):

Triple Bypass

Original Title: My Triple Bypass
Subject: amusing but poignant details of Isaac's surgery in late 1977
First Published In: 22-Apr-84, Newsday
Collection(s):

I Love New York

Subject: refuting the myths of New York as a difficult place to live
First Published In: May-84, Those Amazing Electronic Thinking Machines
Collection(s):

Competition!

Subject: good and bad of the Olympic games and sporting events
First Published In: Jun-84, The Science Fictional Olympics
Collection(s):

Is Big Brother Watching?

Subject: the struggle of reason against irrationality and blind faith
First Published In: Jul-Aug-84, The Humanist
Collection(s):

The Immortal Sherlock Holmes

Original Title: Why I Love Sherlock Holmes
Subject: Sherlock Holmes' intelligence, revealed clearly and enjoyably, works well
First Published In: 2-Sep-84, Newsday
Collection(s):

Super

Subject: notions about the evolution of super animals and humans
First Published In: Oct-84, Supermen
Collection(s):

Where I Get My Ideas

Subject: Asimov's story ideas came from many sources, but mainly from hard thinking
First Published In: Nov-84, The UNESCO Courier
Collection(s):

Gilbert & Sullivan

Original Title: An Ode to Gilbert & Sullivan
Subject: Gilbert's lyrics and Sullivan's music go well together
First Published In: 4-Nov-84, Newsday
Collection(s):

Ellis Island : Enter One Immigrant... Sprouting Measles

Subject: the arrival of the Asimov family at Ellis Island in 1923
First Published In: 10-Nov-84, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Unity

Subject: nations can find unity from science and space
First Published In: 1985, Matsunaga, US Senator Spark (A book published in 1981)
Collection(s):

The Scientist as Unbeliever

Subject: the conflict of "Fundamentalist" views with scientific views
First Published In: 1985, Encyclopedia of Unbelief
Collection(s):

Book Into Movie

Subject: different art forms of necessity must be different
First Published In: 1985, Murder in the First Reel
Collection(s):

Mensa and I

Subject: reluctantly, Asimov joined Mensa, the group of intelligent people
First Published In: 1985, Mensa
Collection(s):

The Next 70 Years in the Courts

Original Title: The Next 70 Years of Law and Lawyers
Subject: computerization will allow better knowledge and justice
First Published In: 1985, ABA Journal
Collection(s):

The Scribbling Scientists

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: it is hard for scientists to find time to write science fiction
First Published In: 1985, Great Science Fiction Stories by the World's Great Scientists
Collection(s):

The Five Greats of Science Fiction

Subject: Verne, Wells, E. E. Smith, Weinbaum, and Campbell
First Published In: 1985, Newsday
Collection(s):

Cool Light

Subject: luminescence, fluorescence, and the light of fireflies
First Published In: ? V14 No 1, Polaroid Close-Up
Collection(s):

In Days of Old

Subject: the legends and tales of Arthurian knighthood, traced
First Published In: Jan-85, Cosmic Knights
Collection(s):

The Year 2000 and Beyond

Subject: solar energy collection, lunar mining, factories, and settlements in space
First Published In: Jan-85, Franklin Mint Almanac
Collection(s):

Living With 'the Machine'

Subject: computer intelligence will evolve to complement, not threaten, mankind
First Published In: 21-Feb-85, Chicago Tribune
Collection(s):

The Robots are Coming

Subject: robots will help create a better world for us all
First Published In: Mar-Apr-85, Consumers Digest
Collection(s):

Curses!

Subject: spells for pain or death were more common than pleasant ones
First Published In: May-85, Spells
Collection(s):

The Little Tin God of Characterization

Subject: ideas are more important than characterization in SF
First Published In: May-85, Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine
Collection(s):

The Case Against Star Wars

Subject: the Strategic Defense Initiative won't accomplish what we want
First Published In: 12-May-85, Newsday
Collection(s):

Nuclear Dreams and Nightmares

Original Title: Nuclear Power
Subject: nuclear energy is no worse than other sources in the long run
First Published In: 1-Jun-85, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Future of Costume

Original Title: The Seers
Subject: clothing will simplify and be more casual and unisex in the future
First Published In: Sep-85, Esquire
Collection(s):

(untitled)

Subject: the introduction of the fourth law of robotics
First Published In: Oct-85, Omni
Collection(s):

Fifty Years of Astronomy

Subject: what we learned about the solar system, and other new discoveries
First Published In: Oct-85, Natural History
Collection(s):

Giants in the Earth

Subject: giants in literature and history
First Published In: Nov-85, Giants
Collection(s):

Ice in Orbit

Subject: formation of comets and some history of their discovery
First Published In: Dec-85-Jan-86, Modern Maturity
Collection(s):

The Brain

Subject: how we realized the brain was the source of intelligence
First Published In: 1986, The 3-Pound Universe
Collection(s):

What Computers Won't Do

Subject: computers do things humans can't do or want done better
First Published In: 1986, Computer World
Collection(s):

What Do We Do Next in Space?

Subject: space station, Moon base, then Mars and the asteroids
First Published In: 1986, Family Media Publications
Collection(s):

Master Lizard, the King

Subject: a brief summary of several dinosaur species
First Published In: 1986, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Spreading Through Space

Subject: a hypothesis of life's origin by transmission between planets
First Published In: 1986, Sins of Origin by John Barnes
Collection(s):

The Bitter End

Subject: can the end of the world foster a new beginning?
First Published In: 1986, Through Darkest America by Neil Barret, Jr.
Collection(s):

The Tail Wags the Dog

Subject: colonies may advance to dominate their country of origin
First Published In: 1986, The Man Who Pulled Down the Sky by John Barnes
Collection(s):

All the Ways Things Can't Happen

Subject: fantasy fiction has great variety and vicarious thrills
First Published In: 1986, Isaac Asimov's Adventures in Fantasy
Collection(s):

Back Through Time

Subject: time travel into the past wouldn't be as fun as some may expect
First Published In: 1986, New York Times Corp
Collection(s):

The New Learning

Subject: computers will improve learning for both old and young
First Published In: ? V2 No 1, The Big Apple Mysteries
Collection(s):

Comets

Subject: comets and their role in science fiction
First Published In: Feb-86, Comets
Collection(s):

Halley's Comet - Destination Space

Subject: details of technology changes between visits of Halley's comet
First Published In: 10-Mar-86, Newsweek
Collection(s):

The Perennial Fringe

Subject: people's strong beliefs in the supernatural versus facts
First Published In: Spring-86, The Skeptical Inquirer
Collection(s):

The Wright Time, the Wright Place

Subject: a brief history of the Wright brothers' accomplishments
First Published In: Apr-86, American Photographer
Collection(s):

The Immortal Word

Original Title: Your Future as a Writer
Subject: words and writing are important for scientific progress
First Published In: May-86, Writer's Digest
Collection(s):

Short Term; Long Term

Original Title: Scoring Points Over Chernobyl May Backfire
Subject: the Chernobyl disaster and its effects on world nuclear future
First Published In: 6-May-86, Newsday
Collection(s):

Introduction

Subject: human-robot detective teams in science fiction
First Published In: 1-Jul-86, Tin Stars
Collection(s):

Liberty in the Next Century

Original Title: Lady Liberty (with Jake Rajs)
Subject: population crowding will lessen human freedoms
First Published In: Jul-86, Penthouse Magazine
Collection(s):

The New Tools in Space

Original Title: Wings for America
Subject: details of space stations in Earth orbit and on the Moon
First Published In: Jul-86, Popular Mechanics
Collection(s):

The Villain in the Atmosphere

Original Title: Are We Drowning Our Tomorrows?
Subject: the greenhouse effect and global warming crisis
First Published In: 6-Jul-86, Newsday
Collection(s):

Wishing Will Make it So

Subject: we enjoy stories about wishes that come true
First Published In: Nov-86, Magical Wishes (1986)
Collection(s):

The Lure of Exploration

Subject: exploration continues even with hardship
First Published In: Dec-86, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

The New Beginning

Subject: marking the new year, but not always with happiness
First Published In: Dec-86, The Twelve Frights of Christmas
Collection(s):

The Solar System for Humanity

Subject: studying the solar system helps us understand the weather, the sun, and life
First Published In: 1987, P.M. (German Language)
Collection(s):

How Exciting!

Subject: magic is more exciting than science because it is unpredictable
First Published In: 1987, Young Witches & Warlocks
Collection(s):

My Hollywood Non-Career

Subject: Asimov's negative attitude toward working on screenplays
First Published In: 1987, Change! (collection #26)
Collection(s):

The Science Writer

Subject: the writer's responsibility to further the scientific approaches to problems
First Published In: 1987, Adrian Berry
Collection(s):

Men and Marriage

Subject: the change from traditional male roles to equal partnership with women
First Published In: 1987, Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Collection(s):

Adventure in Space

Subject: details of planetary probes to Mars, Jupiter, and beyond
First Published In: 1987, New York Times
Collection(s):

Giant Jupiter

Subject: problems of and ideas for visiting Jupiter
First Published In: 1987, R.C.S. Rizzoli Periodici, SPA
Collection(s):

What is the Universe?

Subject: imaginative view of the universe from outside
First Published In: 1987, Nightfall
Collection(s):

The Good Deed of Voyager 2

Subject: success in the space program tempers the occasional failures
First Published In: 1987, Joel Davis
Collection(s):

First Contact

Subject: the chances of violence when Earth people encounter aliens
First Published In: 1987, Steven Popkes
Collection(s):

The Ifs of History

Subject: what would have happened to history if just one thing had been different
First Published In: 1987, Agent of Byzantium by Harry Turtledove
Collection(s):

The Sorry Record

Subject: humans have often justified evil to make it seem right
First Published In: 1987, A Different Flesh by Harry Turtledove (1987)
Collection(s):

Nonviolence

Subject: violence is the last refuge of the incompetent (a quote)
First Published In: 1987, Pennterra by Judith Moffett
Collection(s):

Image of One's Self

Subject: narcissism is analogous to humans studying the brain
First Published In: 1987, The Future of Intelligence by Victor Serebriakoff (1987)
Collection(s):

Science Fiction Mysteries

Subject: SF and mysteries are recent forms which can be combined
First Published In: 1987, Station Gehenna by Andrew Weiner
Collection(s):

Computer Envy

Subject: the use of replacements for human body parts is desirable
First Published In: 1987, Antibodies by Gardner Dozois
Collection(s):

Dogs

Subject: dogs have become one of humans' best animal friends
First Published In: 1987, Hound Dunnit
Collection(s):

The Power of Evil

Subject: a scary story causes a thrill produced by fear that is only temporary
First Published In: 1987, Young Monsters
Collection(s):

Neanderthal Man

Subject: Neanderthals are more modern than originally thought
First Published In: 1987, Neanderthals
Collection(s):

Our Shangri-La (w/Janet)

Original Title: Our Shangri-La
Subject: Isaac and Janet vacationing at Mohonk Mountain
First Published In: 1987, Nightfall
Collection(s):

The Ravages of Nature

Original Title: Ravages of Nature
Subject: natural disasters seem more damaging lately
First Published In: Feb-87, American Legion Magazine
Collection(s):

Science Fiction Today

Subject: modern SF is of higher quality than the past
First Published In: Feb-87, Science Fiction Writers of America Bulletin
Collection(s):

Ozone

Original Title: Danger : We're Losing Our Shield of Life
Subject: damaging of the ozone layer by CFCs is dangerous
First Published In: 21-Feb-87, TV Guide
Collection(s):

The Robot in the 21st Century

Subject: robots will free humans from drudgery
First Published In: May-87, Video Review
Collection(s):

The Devil

Subject: evolution of Satan from Norse, Zoroastrianism, and Judaism
First Published In: Jun-87, Devils (1987)
Collection(s):

ALF, You've Got Some Explaining to Do

Subject: the lack of originality in the television show ALF
First Published In: 15-Aug-87, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Shuttle

Subject: evolution of the word "shuttle" from arrow to spacecraft
First Published In: Oct-87, Space Shuttles
Collection(s):

Our Future in Education

Subject: education specific to the individual
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Filling the Brain Gap

Subject: will humans take creative roles as robots improve?
First Published In: 1988, Northwestern Mutual Life
Collection(s):

The Future of Handicraft

Subject: crafts are not necessary for survival, but are still enjoyed
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

The Future of Chemical Engineering

Subject: industry's role in space and genetic engineering
First Published In: 1988, American Institute of Chemical Engineering
Collection(s):

Our Second World

Subject: reasons to expect a Moon settlement by 2015
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

All Aboard for Phobos

Subject: are Martian satellites captured carbonaceous asteroids?
First Published In: 1988, Endless Vacation Publications, Inc.
Collection(s):

The Distant Flights

Subject: Moon dwellers, not Earthpeople, will be space explorers
First Published In: 1988, Final Frontier
Collection(s):

The Telephone in Space

Subject: telephoning the Moon will be easy, but farther away, delays will be longer
First Published In: 1988, Nynex Corporation
Collection(s):

Pluto, the Constant Surprise

Subject: details of Pluto and its satellite, Charon
First Published In: 1988, R.C.S. Rizzoli Periodici, SPA
Collection(s):

Two at a Time

Subject: breakdown of selenium-82 by double-beta decay
First Published In: 1988, The Tyrannasaurus Prescription (collection #37)
Collection(s):

Welcome, Stranger!

Subject: can we avoid violence when encountering alien visitors?
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Cleverness

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: detective stories promote hero on good side of the law
First Published In: 1988, Isaac Asimov Presents the Best Crime Stories of the 19th Century
Collection(s):

Valentine's Day

Subject: the origin of St. Valentine's day from Roman traditions
First Published In: 1988, Fourteen Vicious Valentines by ?? (1988)
Collection(s):

Science Fiction Finds its Voice

Subject: dating SF from its rise in the magazines of the thirties
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

The Success of Science Fiction

Subject: tracing SF from Odysseus to Flash Gordon to Star Wars
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Science Fiction Today

Subject: it is harder to get published now than when Asimov started
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

The Tyrannosaurus Prescription (w/Janet)

Original Title: The Tyrannosaurus Prescription
Subject: Isaac and Janet visiting the Manhattan parks and museums
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Ellis Island and I

Subject: Isaac and his family during their first few years in New York
First Published In: 1988, Nightfall
Collection(s):

Seven Steps to Grand Master

Subject: key points when Asimov's life turned toward SF fame
First Published In: 1988, Science Fiction Writers of America Bulletin
Collection(s):

The Lost City

Subject: the historical basis of Atlantis
First Published In: Jan-88, Atlantis
Collection(s):

Lost in Space

Subject: exploration of the solar system should begin from a Moon base
First Published In: Jan-88, Discover
Collection(s):

How We'll Live on the Moon

Subject: colonizing the Moon
First Published In: Mar-88, Popular Mechanics
Collection(s):

Wars of the World

Subject: true science fiction is not escapist; Asimov's role in 'Light Years'
First Published In: Mar-88, American Film
Collection(s):

What Does the Future Hold?

Subject:
First Published In: May-88, American Baby
Collection(s):

Monsters

Subject: monsters evolved from simply being malformed to large evil beings
First Published In: Jul-88, Monsters
Collection(s):

Ghosts

Subject: the origin of the belief in ghosts
First Published In: Dec-88, Ghosts
Collection(s):

Sport

Subject: sports through history; sportsmanship
First Published In: 1989, The Sport of Crime
Collection(s):

Goodbye to Earth

Subject:
First Published In: Jan-89, Interview
Collection(s):

The Never-ending Fight

Subject: the fight of reason against superstition goes on
First Published In: Mar-Apr-89, The Humanist
Collection(s):

Robots

Subject: a short history of robots
First Published In: Apr-89, Robots
Collection(s):

If They Turned Me Loose on the Moon

Subject: Asimov would like to view a lunar eclipse from the Moon
First Published In: 15-Jul-89, TV Guide
Collection(s):

Malevolence

Subject: malevolent creatures as material for horror stories
First Published In: Sep-89, Curses (1989)
Collection(s):

Searching for the Self-starter in Television

Subject:
First Published In: Sep-89, Home Video
Collection(s):

For Mutual Survival, We Must Bring Our World Together

Subject: space exploration could unite all nations with a common cause
First Published In: Sep-Oct-89, The Humanist
Collection(s):

Introduction

Subject: the distinction between fantasy and fiction
First Published In: Oct-89, Visions of Fantasy
Collection(s):

The Unknown Solar System

Subject: satellites have made exciting discoveries in our solar system
First Published In: Oct-89, Adventures in Discovery (Tom Purdon Ed.)
Collection(s):

Inventing a Universe

Subject: a description of and the reasons for the "Isaac's Universe" series
First Published In: Apr-90, Isaac's Universe, volume one: The Diplomacy Guild
Collection(s):

The Robot Chronicles

Subject: the evolution of the robot concept in history, literature, and Asimov's SF
First Published In: Apr-90, Robot Visions
Collection(s):

Invasion

Original Title: Introduction
Subject: invasions in history and science fiction
First Published In: Aug-90, Invasions
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Living in Space

Subject: living beneath the Moon's surface and in spaceships
First Published In: Sep-90, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Travel on Earth

Subject: transportation in the future
First Published In: Oct-90, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Communications

Subject: future communications in space using lasers
First Published In: Dec-90, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Energy

Subject: nuclear fusion and solar power as future energy sources
First Published In: Jan-91, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Medicine

Subject: medical diagnosis and genetic enginerring in the future
First Published In: Feb-91, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Robots

Subject: future robots will do the dull jobs
First Published In: Mar-91, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Photosynthesis

Subject: photosynthesis
First Published In: Mar-91, Omni
Collection(s):

The Next Frontiers for Science

Subject: saving the planet must be the primary goal of science
First Published In: 18-Mar-91, People Magazine
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: Living Things of the Earth

Subject: the consequences to the environment of continued population growth
First Published In: Apr-91, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Concerning Tolkien

Subject: the One Ring of Tolkien's tale represents technology
First Published In: Jul-91, Isaac's Universe, volume two: Phases in Chaos
Collection(s):

Fairyland

Subject: historical basis of fairies
First Published In: Oct-91, Faeries
Collection(s):

Isaac Asimov's Futureworld: The Future of the Sea

Subject: future use of the sea for obtaining food, water, and minerals
First Published In: Nov-91, Boys' Life
Collection(s):

Guide to Essays
Authors:
Edward Seiler
ejseiler@earthlink.net

Richard Hatcher (hatch888@airmail.net)