Isaac Asimov

I am the beneficiary of a lucky break in the genetic sweepstakes.

I am the beneficiary of a lucky break in the genetic sweepstakes.

If I could trace my origins to Judas Maccabaeus or King David, that would not add one inch to my read more

If I could trace my origins to Judas Maccabaeus or King David, that would not add one inch to my stature. It may well be that many East European Jews are descended from Khazars, I may be one of them. Who knows? And who cares?

When asked what he would do if he only had six months to live: Type faster.

When asked what he would do if he only had six months to live: Type faster.

Science fiction writers foresee the inevitable, and although problems and catastrophes may be inevitable, solutions are not.

Science fiction writers foresee the inevitable, and although problems and catastrophes may be inevitable, solutions are not.

The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' (I've found it!), read more

The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' (I've found it!), but 'That's funny...' -Isaac Asimov.