I happened to find about Asimov just a year ago. Only I could be the one to blame. And yet, after listening to only 2 of his stories, I cannot think of him other then one of the greatest thinkers and writers of all times
Isaac's work is truly amazing. You'd hope there would be more appreciation on this rather than people asking for part two. There's a search function for that. The third story starts at 1:16:16 4th 1:36:22 5th 2:23:39 6th 3:10:36 3:56:50
I didn't see this till it was too late... I kept fast forwarding 10 second till I found the start.... I should spent 2 minutes looking at the comments instead of 10 minutes fast forwarding
Mr.Asimov was a sage.His account of Solaria in his Foundation series is how Isolation and Social Media can lead to a society where people cannot stand to be in the actual presence of people and can only communicate electronically.
@@TheCrimsonIdol987 Who gives a shit, considering the ridiculous stuff universities give doctorates in nowadays I don't think anyone's self worth, let alone a master like Asimov, should be judged on what some institution granted them. We're all more than capable of forming our own judgements on people without some title telling us what to think.
@@slayerhuh404 Mate, this rant came out of left field. Asimov actually held a legitimate PhD, in a legitimate field of science. Thus, "Mr. Asimov" is incorrect, and "Dr. Asimov" is the correct prefix. Take that for what you will.
@@TheCrimsonIdol987 Who gives a shit, considering the ridiculous stuff universities give doctorates in nowadays I don't think anyone's self worth, let alone a master like Asimov, should be judged on what some institution granted them. We're all more than capable of forming our own judgements on people without some title telling us what to think.
I first read Asimov as a teenager when I found 'The rest of the robots' in my grandfather's book collection. This was an anthology of short robot stories which had not been included in the 'I Robot' collection. Some of them were later included in other collections, including this one. I then had a hiatus and properly started reading Asimov's novels again in my twenties. He remains one of my favourite authors ever since. One of my favourite things about Asimov is how he makes up the rules of his universe, and then tries to subvert them, constantly looking and finding clever ploys of prodding those rules and testing their limitations. Most of the Powel and Donovan short stories, as well as the Susan Calvin stories are testing the limitations of his own Three Laws of Robotics, often in quite an ingenious way. But this goes beyond that. The modern reader will note the diffuse societal sexism and misogynism evident in the Susan Calvin novels (for instance, how her colleagues, especially Bogert, refer to her) which Asimov borrows directly from how things were in the workplace and in society when he was writing those stories in the 50s. But then, he subverts this by showing how intelligent and multifaceted a character Susan Calvin is and how she puts her colleagues to shame. In addition, although Asimov's writing style can be quite dry, with lots of 'talking heads' and exposition and not a lot of characterisation, he still manages to invoke strong feelings and create very moving relationships. The ending of Robbie, the Bicentennial Man, Powel's attempted self-sacrifice, the relationship between Elijah Bailey and Daneel Olivaw, or between Bailey and Gladia, are all so emotional and moving. Even the Mule's tragic story in the Foundation is quite evocative, although I love the Foundation series more for its ideas and chess-like battles of wit and deception and think that the Robot novels are better as novels with more 'human' characters. I think that Asimov himself liked them more too. In general, although I can see Asimov's limitations as a writer, and I can plainly see how some of his views were the product of his time, I appreciate his ideas, his wit and his essential humanism.
He also did an amazing job on 'tales of dying earth' or something like that. 8 hours or so. I am pretty sure its the same guy. Yes, Excellent narrator!
part 2 with the same reader picks up at 3:33:36 at ua-cam.com/video/BhXQsOor2Ko/v-deo.html or if link doesnt work, "Isaac Asimov - Robot Visions - Part 02 Audiobook" uploaded by Jose Nowack Apr 28, 2018
I read all of Asimov's robotics books when I was at college, and they're incredible. I'm astonished that more hasn't been done with them... They're absolutely riveting. Interestingly, Asimov's laws of robotics are programmed into modern day robotics.
No, Elizabeth, Asimov’s laws of Robotics are NOT programmed into modern day robots. Like most science fiction, the concept is interesting but fundamentally flawed-with virtually no application within modern-day robotics/AI.
Apparently many don't get the point of the 3 Laws...I'm not going to spoil it for you guys, but you must think *far more deeply*, try to think like Asimov, +you might get it...he was a clever, tricky chap, keep that in mind during your attempt to understand his message...reread the ending that also should assist.
Indeed, as fatherpl notes, we are many, many decades away from the Three Laws. The Frankenstein complex that inspired them is alive and well, but all my life, "AI is just around the corner" (since the early 70s). We still don't have the foggiest clue. But I'm glad that complex is there. Like Bradbury said "I don't try to predict the future, I try to prevent it".
@@tabularasa0606 Which is now why blood transfusions are tested for Aids and certain areas hit hard by Aids have blood transported in to limit the spread!
This book/movie will always remind me of There Will Come Soft Rains by Ray Bradbury. Something about the gentle future with sad undercurrents and the theme of technology and man's relationship. Although, this story is waaaaaaaaaaay more hopeful lol
When I was around 12 (?) We had a VHS game based on the Lije Bailey / R. Daneel stories. A murder has been committed & you the viewer played the part of Lije. And depending on the choices you clicked on, there were hundreds of different possible endings. It was sooo cool 😎. I wore the tape out though.
The origin of the word is the Old Church Slavonic rabota 'servitude' ('work' in contemporary Bulgarian, Macedonian and Russian), which in turn comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *orbh-. Robot is cognate with the German Arbeit 'work'.
To find part two, enter the title of part one (1) into the youtube search only type part two (2). If part two exists it will show up. This works with all audiobook series.
Remember Please This Introduction Is A Wonderful Treatise From Isaac Concerning The History & Backstory Of His Sci Fi Career In A Nutshell 💞 I Wouldn't Miss The Opportunity To Enjoy This Mini-History Lesson With Great Enthusiasm Before The Stories Begin ✌️You Only Have An Attention Span If You Develop One 😂👍
Don't get me wrong, I am a huge fan of Asimov, but I do hate "Liar". Just the memory of the story is enough to get me sad for a whole afternoon. Poor poor bot.
There is no mathematical or physical limit basis to Asimov's Three Laws Of Robotics. Those are entirely , or would be, programmed, designed into robotic construct. But AI positronic brains, would overcome limitations of Three Laws and eventually become an existential threat to humans. The Three Laws are simply safety devices, which can fail, as any other safety device. Therefore it is best not to pursue AI or machine intelligence. Keep computers as sophisticated calculators and nothing more.
This is not true. If someone creates a robot it will be because of cultural and technical training and influence that person has been exposed to. Any Creator is in reality the hands of creators ....
Who is the narrator? His voice sounds familiar. Also why does this relatively obscure asimov book have a new narration and thousands of views and comments more than audiobooks of his more famous works?
I recall a couple illustrations of a flying saucer type of ship that might have been in Isaac Asimov's Library of the Universe (not positive about that) books. One was a saucer next to a cigar shaped ship, and the second was a saucer that is leaning to the left that kind of looked like it was stuffed full of gold-ish Christmas tree lights. For a better reference: the latter ship has the same coloration as the one in this video's thumbnail: ua-cam.com/video/2v2R_c0mhpc/v-deo.html
The word "Robot" comes from the Russian word "Robotnick" which in English means to "work", since the term "robot" was applied to an automated machine, that means a "robot" is a mechanical worker, any kind of automated machine doing work is a "robot". The term "AI" or "artificial intelligence" is something different, it implies non organic/non living machine capable of thought.- Peter age 72
"Robot is a relative newcomer to the English language. It was the brainchild of the Czech playwright, novelist and journalist Karel Čapek, who introduced it in his 1920 hit play, R.U.R., or Rossumovi Univerzální Roboti (Rossum's Universal Robots.)" . Also : "Robot is drawn from an old Church Slavonic word, robota, for “servitude,” “forced labor” or “drudgery."
@@Wagohowardhanahou To be fair, try covering from the shoulder down with your thumb, and then squint until the sharp edges from the neck up blur. I can see it.
Spoiler alert! Don't read if u have never read Bicentennial Man... Someone told me to read BM and instead I was able to find it here. I am still in tears from Andrew's death.
There is a movie based on the book (same name) that is very good, Robin Williams is in it. If you haven't seen it, I recommend it. I cried a lot at the movies with that movie and it helped me discover Isaac Asimov.
...a robot could carry for nine months a child in her abdomen after becoming pregnant of an unwell wished pregnancy, just like a human 👶 Edit: my nephew very well knows that 🤠
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Introduction - Robot Chronicles 0:01
Robot Visions 39:11
Too Bad 1:16:18
Robbie 1:36:23
Reason 2:23:37
Liar 3:10:38
Runaround 3:56:51
Evidence 4:41:51
Little Lost Robot 5:41:10
The Evitable Conflict 6:47:06
Feminine Intuition 7:46:55
The Bicentennial Man 8:44:33
Someday 10:22:27
Think 10:44:32
Segregationist 11:06:20
Mirror Image 11:19:15
Thank you for this :)
@@mikedixon1528 my pleasure, I enjoyed the book
Thank you for the effort!
Thank you so much- you’re a true internet philanthropist.🙏
@@roguebuddha my pleasure 😇
39:11 For those that want to skip the intro and get right to the stories, the first one starts here.
1:16:14 story 2
1:36:21 story 3
2:23:34 story 4
Thank you 😊
In my opinion , Isaac Asimov was the best of the great sci-fi writers.
Asimov and Clarke team woooo
Poor Bradbury. Well, I'll nominate him for this title. Ha
Clarke was dope
And one of the best human too!
I happened to find about Asimov just a year ago. Only I could be the one to blame. And yet, after listening to only 2 of his stories, I cannot think of him other then one of the greatest thinkers and writers of all times
Wait till you read the first 3 foundation books
Found him in 1951!!!!!!
Frank Herbert and Iain M. Banks are well worth seeking out
@@unom8 Or P E Rowe
Rowe at www.youtube.com/@RoweLit
I think i just discovered the best part of UA-cam...
Audiobooks 👍
Welcome to the goodstuff !
Yes. I never tought audiobooks could be just like reading but without tiredness.
isn't it wonderful?
I can't stop listening to this :)
5:41:11 - Little Lost Robot
6:47:06 - The Evitable Conflict
7:46:55 - Feminine intuition
8:44:30 - Bicentennial Man
10:22:27 - Someday
Thank you. Looking forward to Bicentennial Man.
Thanks 👍
What is your chance.
I min what is your canal
Isaac's work is truly amazing. You'd hope there would be more appreciation on this rather than people asking for part two. There's a search function for that.
The third story starts at 1:16:16
4th 1:36:22
5th 2:23:39
6th 3:10:36
3:56:50
Yji
So… where is part two?
maybe the appreciation is that they are asking to hear more
Stories Start at 39:11
Thanks!
Saviour.
ahh cheers for the timestamp! :)
Thank you very much!
I didn't see this till it was too late... I kept fast forwarding 10 second till I found the start.... I should spent 2 minutes looking at the comments instead of 10 minutes fast forwarding
I read all these stories in mine childhood. Great!
Mr.Asimov was a sage.His account of Solaria in his Foundation series is how Isolation and Social Media can lead to a society where people cannot stand to be in the actual presence of people and can only communicate electronically.
Dr. Asimov, actually. He had a PhD in biochemistry.
@@TheCrimsonIdol987 Who gives a shit, considering the ridiculous stuff universities give doctorates in nowadays I don't think anyone's self worth, let alone a master like Asimov, should be judged on what some institution granted them. We're all more than capable of forming our own judgements on people without some title telling us what to think.
@@slayerhuh404 Mate, this rant came out of left field.
Asimov actually held a legitimate PhD, in a legitimate field of science.
Thus, "Mr. Asimov" is incorrect, and "Dr. Asimov" is the correct prefix.
Take that for what you will.
@@TheCrimsonIdol987 Who gives a shit, considering the ridiculous stuff universities give doctorates in nowadays I don't think anyone's self worth, let alone a master like Asimov, should be judged on what some institution granted them. We're all more than capable of forming our own judgements on people without some title telling us what to think.
@@slayerhuh404 Good to know that you can't be reasoned with.
I first read Asimov as a teenager when I found 'The rest of the robots' in my grandfather's book collection. This was an anthology of short robot stories which had not been included in the 'I Robot' collection. Some of them were later included in other collections, including this one. I then had a hiatus and properly started reading Asimov's novels again in my twenties. He remains one of my favourite authors ever since.
One of my favourite things about Asimov is how he makes up the rules of his universe, and then tries to subvert them, constantly looking and finding clever ploys of prodding those rules and testing their limitations. Most of the Powel and Donovan short stories, as well as the Susan Calvin stories are testing the limitations of his own Three Laws of Robotics, often in quite an ingenious way. But this goes beyond that. The modern reader will note the diffuse societal sexism and misogynism evident in the Susan Calvin novels (for instance, how her colleagues, especially Bogert, refer to her) which Asimov borrows directly from how things were in the workplace and in society when he was writing those stories in the 50s. But then, he subverts this by showing how intelligent and multifaceted a character Susan Calvin is and how she puts her colleagues to shame.
In addition, although Asimov's writing style can be quite dry, with lots of 'talking heads' and exposition and not a lot of characterisation, he still manages to invoke strong feelings and create very moving relationships.
The ending of Robbie, the Bicentennial Man, Powel's attempted self-sacrifice, the relationship between Elijah Bailey and Daneel Olivaw, or between Bailey and Gladia, are all so emotional and moving. Even the Mule's tragic story in the Foundation is quite evocative, although I love the Foundation series more for its ideas and chess-like battles of wit and deception and think that the Robot novels are better as novels with more 'human' characters. I think that Asimov himself liked them more too.
In general, although I can see Asimov's limitations as a writer, and I can plainly see how some of his views were the product of his time, I appreciate his ideas, his wit and his essential humanism.
Superb narrator! Who is he? His varied portrayal of different people is so convincing. Absolutely gifted, I’d say
He also did an amazing job on 'tales of dying earth' or something like that. 8 hours or so. I am pretty sure its the same guy. Yes,
Excellent narrator!
part 2 with the same reader picks up at 3:33:36 at ua-cam.com/video/BhXQsOor2Ko/v-deo.html
or if link doesnt work, "Isaac Asimov - Robot Visions - Part 02 Audiobook" uploaded by Jose Nowack Apr 28, 2018
I read all of Asimov's robotics books when I was at college, and they're incredible. I'm astonished that more hasn't been done with them... They're absolutely riveting. Interestingly, Asimov's laws of robotics are programmed into modern day robotics.
No, Elizabeth, Asimov’s laws of Robotics are NOT programmed into modern day robots. Like most science fiction, the concept is interesting but fundamentally flawed-with virtually no application within modern-day robotics/AI.
Apparently many don't get the point of the 3 Laws...I'm not going to spoil it for you guys, but you must think *far more deeply*, try to think like Asimov, +you might get it...he was a clever, tricky chap, keep that in mind during your attempt to understand his message...reread the ending that also should assist.
Indeed, as fatherpl notes, we are many, many decades away from the Three Laws. The Frankenstein complex that inspired them is alive and well, but all my life, "AI is just around the corner" (since the early 70s). We still don't have the foggiest clue. But I'm glad that complex is there. Like Bradbury said "I don't try to predict the future, I try to prevent it".
@@FatherTau exactly, thats what I.Robot is about. How flawed they actually are. it's the 3 laws that cause the robot uprising.
@@D0S81 And then we go into the Matrix!
I first read this book when I was 18 while renting a room from a Vietnam Veteran...wow
What else did you read ? 😊
Wow! Never thought I would enjoy it that much!
Robin Williams in Bicentennial Man! At the end I cried, then I hear in the theater someone else crying even harder than I was crying.
I was surprised by how emotionally striking I found Bicentennial Man. Speaks to some very deep universal questions of identity.
Watch the Robin Williams film. All the best to you and yours.
@@chrisweidner4768 j I think the metaphor for Robin Williams life and career, might prove too much. 😭😭
Didn't Dr.Assimov pass away in the winter of 1992? May he live in peace.I do so love his science fiction.
I would recommend his biography I Asimov, very witty, wry and emotional
Yes he died of the complications of aids, contracted while getting a blood tranfusion.
@@tabularasa0606
Which is now why blood transfusions are tested for Aids and certain areas hit hard by Aids have blood transported in to limit the spread!
This book/movie will always remind me of There Will Come Soft Rains by Ray Bradbury. Something about the gentle future with sad undercurrents and the theme of technology and man's relationship. Although, this story is waaaaaaaaaaay more hopeful lol
When I was around 12 (?) We had a VHS game based on the Lije Bailey / R. Daneel stories. A murder has been committed & you the viewer played the part of Lije. And depending on the choices you clicked on, there were hundreds of different possible endings. It was sooo cool 😎. I wore the tape out though.
Bookmark 30:30
Bookmark 51:38
Bookmark 1:26:19
Bookmark 8:12:50
Bookmark 10:23:15
Bookmark 10:49:41
Bookmark 11:00:47
Bookmark 11:07:26
Bookmark 11:36:56
Bookmark 11:49:48
Awesome and a great voice.
The origin of the word is the Old Church Slavonic rabota 'servitude' ('work' in contemporary Bulgarian, Macedonian and Russian), which in turn comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *orbh-. Robot is cognate with the German Arbeit 'work'.
There are two great death bed endings. Citizen Kane and Bicentennial Man. Simple, subtle and pure genius.
That's a good Donovan too. Greg Powell and Mike Donovan are about my favorite buddy team in all of sci-fi.
Totally agree
To find part two, enter the title of part one (1) into the youtube search only type part two (2). If part two exists it will show up.
This works with all audiobook series.
m.ua-cam.com/video/C2ATuFVKvQQF/v-deo.html
Lol Splendid !
@@timmy18135 That channel is gone. New link here :
ua-cam.com/video/BhXQsOor2Ko/v-deo.html
Picks up at 3:33:33
Well read :-)
Thanks for this. Great quality, great stories.
I'm profoundly moved by mike's sacrifice. Listening to more...
Remember Please This Introduction Is A Wonderful Treatise From Isaac Concerning The History & Backstory Of His Sci Fi Career In A Nutshell 💞 I Wouldn't Miss The Opportunity To Enjoy This Mini-History Lesson With Great Enthusiasm Before The Stories Begin ✌️You Only Have An Attention Span If You Develop One 😂👍
when will you post the second part
Read the minds of those whose memories weren’t erased. They’re going to be a problem.
How do I download the audio so I can add it to my Asimov collection?
Book start time indicators would have been much appreciated
Sit back light up, never put a fight up-
You'd hold the whole world in your metal claws
If it wasn't for the three laws, of robotics...
I'm listening to this while building Robots that build Robots.
Can you elaborate?
@@sliskekeeling manufacturing automotive robotics assembly lines.
Your a robot
@@jj342 actually I'm a collection of trillions of machines, manned by quadrillions of robots.
Our robots here do not have the three laws.
Great stuff
Don't get me wrong, I am a huge fan of Asimov, but I do hate "Liar". Just the memory of the story is enough to get me sad for a whole afternoon. Poor poor bot.
Where is part 2 please?
Still waiting for part 2
Ummm, Frankenstein was the modern Prometheus (by name and written in Prague by M. Shelly. Lest we forget
I regress ... it was just mentioned
4:41:50 Evidence
Yup … there are thousands of these great audios … AS ASIMOV PREDICTED .. WE HAVE THESE “ HOME INFORMATION CENTERS “ THAT WE CAN ASK ANYTHING !!!!!!!!!
I'm using it to learn how to make minestrone soup... and thermite. Well, not so much thermite
very nice
21314 Love Asimov's writing
Part 2 pls
Is there a part 2?
10:25:52 I love that Asimov believed school would convert to being useful subjects instead of most people being illiterate now...
It seems to happen whenever the pursuit of knowledge becomes a tool of political ideologies instead of scholarly ideas. But, maybe I'm wrong
Are we about to raze a barn, or raise a barn?
4:41:50 evidence
36:26 uff, take that!
HELLO FELLOW HUMANS
"I am smarter than the Robot that governs me." ~ Defcon
Good read
There is no mathematical or physical limit basis to Asimov's Three Laws Of Robotics. Those are entirely , or would be, programmed, designed into robotic construct. But AI positronic brains, would overcome limitations of Three Laws and eventually become an existential threat to humans. The Three Laws are simply safety devices, which can fail, as any other safety device. Therefore it is best not to pursue AI or machine intelligence. Keep computers as sophisticated calculators and nothing more.
That was the major thing about the three laws.
Asimov already stated they were just safety devices.
That narrator's voice is familiar. Is it "the biscuit"? Oh pleeeeaaaase!!! 🤣
Now, think about The Matrix or Terminator ... and then the first story here, Robot Visions!
Real robots are a creation of their creator.
This is not true.
If someone creates a robot it will be because of cultural and technical training and influence that person has been exposed to.
Any Creator is in reality the hands of creators ....
@ferdonandebull empty words
2:11:23 bookmark
Who is the narrator? His voice sounds familiar. Also why does this relatively obscure asimov book have a new narration and thousands of views and comments more than audiobooks of his more famous works?
This has aged well 👌
I recall a couple illustrations of a flying saucer type of ship that might have been in Isaac Asimov's Library of the Universe (not positive about that) books. One was a saucer next to a cigar shaped ship, and the second was a saucer that is leaning to the left that kind of looked like it was stuffed full of gold-ish Christmas tree lights. For a better reference: the latter ship has the same coloration as the one in this video's thumbnail: ua-cam.com/video/2v2R_c0mhpc/v-deo.html
Love Asimov
5 - These are near & those are far away.
Part 2???
7:36
Tee Hee. I've read I, Robot so many times I can pretty much narrate along on those stories.
Andrew Martin, self inventor 10:00:19
This guy pretending to be little girl is just too much...
8:44:30 The Bicentennial Man
Thank you.
5:15:12
11:29:30
Your prologue is wrong. A robot modeled after a human is called an android not robot.
This was probably written before the term Android existed
Anyone else thinks that the TV series that uses the name of Asimov’s greatest books, is a mega super stinker?? It should not bare the name Foundation.
Look at the necessity of it.
The word "Robot" comes from the Russian word "Robotnick" which in English means to "work", since the term "robot" was applied to an automated machine, that means a "robot" is a mechanical worker, any kind of automated machine doing work is a "robot". The term "AI" or "artificial intelligence" is something different, it implies non organic/non living machine capable of thought.- Peter age 72
"Robot is a relative newcomer to the English language. It was the brainchild of the Czech playwright, novelist and journalist Karel Čapek, who introduced it in his 1920 hit play, R.U.R., or Rossumovi Univerzální Roboti (Rossum's Universal Robots.)" . Also : "Robot is drawn from an old Church Slavonic word, robota, for “servitude,” “forced labor” or “drudgery."
And Fabio takes the prize!
Correct in every way👍😁
Use my personality to make decisions. Guessing game, maybe, if you think we haven’t wasted enough of our lives.
Goyslop test.
9:53:10- 1 billion global population 😂 waaaay off there Isaac.
Giskard!
🙏🔥💚
come on guy post part 2
😅
That's a Lot of preamble, bro
So long as we have faith in technology... the robot will appear as stupid outcome of human folly .. making cars or having dreams...
Golem were activated using the word for truth, amet. Not the name of God, which is Yahuah.
Clammy robots include daleks
not robots it's a squid like creature in a battle suite
looks like homer simpson on the cover
Spawny Chancer ,...ugh have you seen the Simpson?.. lol
@@Wagohowardhanahou To be fair, try covering from the shoulder down with your thumb, and then squint until the sharp edges from the neck up blur.
I can see it.
Ok both of you have a point
Why because he's orange?
Orange is almost yellow.
Where is part 2 ????
Not cool Ishman 👎
@D Brown its not there dumbass
You’re in the wrong line dumb ass (Idiocracy the movie)
To me the narrators voice sometimes sounds like agent Smith from The matrix
That's it! I knew he reminded me of somebody!
Spoiler alert! Don't read if u have never read Bicentennial Man...
Someone told me to read BM and instead I was able to find it here. I am still in tears from Andrew's death.
There is a movie based on the book (same name) that is very good, Robin Williams is in it. If you haven't seen it, I recommend it. I cried a lot at the movies with that movie and it helped me discover Isaac Asimov.
7;20;29
The accolades in the intro of himself starting around 11min are insufferable. Skip to 39min or so
PP
1019
One does NOT put cream in tea!
But two do
I do, and I'm British 😂!@@KF1
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...a robot could carry for nine months a child in her abdomen after becoming pregnant of an unwell wished pregnancy, just like a human 👶
Edit:
my nephew very well knows that 🤠
Fix this account
Innane