Forward the Foundation is a treat for anyone who enjoyed Asimov's Foundation Trilogy (Foundation, Foundation and Empire, & Second Foundation). This prelude to the great trilogy follows the latter years of Hari Seldon's life as Seldon attempts to use the still undeveloped science of psychohistory to prop up the decaying empire just long enough for him to finish his life's work. The book oscillates between being a thriller and a biography, demonstrating Asimov's unique ability to fit any literary genera into his science fiction universe.
Featured Events
3D Science & Magic
Ever wonder about the science behind 3D magic? Local optometrist Dr. Jon Wieringa and filmmaker Jacob Mendel will explain how 3D works in your eyes and on the screen on Sat., June 2 at the Dowtown AADL from 3-4:30 PM. 3D glasses will be provided! Cosponsored by the Michigan Theater as part of the Cinetopia International Film Festival
Featured Collections
Youth Award Winners
Looking for a great book for a kid or teen? Look no further than the AADL's Youth Award Winners collection. We've brought together winners of the Newbery, Caldecott, and Printz Awards into a single non-circulating collection. Some of these books are hard to find, but you can read them anytime by stopping in to the Downtown Library.