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I, Robot by Isaac Asimov

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In I, Robot, did you enjoy ...

... the focus on scientific problem-solving and plausible technology?

The Martian by Andy Weir

If you found the detailed and logical approach to robotics and technology in I, Robot fascinating, you'll love The Martian. Mark Watney's struggle to survive on Mars is packed with real science, clever engineering, and step-by-step reasoning that echoes Asimov's respect for scientific rigor.

... the exploration of deep questions about consciousness, ethics, and humanity?

Stories of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang

If you appreciated the way I, Robot raises fundamental questions about what it means to be conscious or moral, Stories of Your Life and Others will captivate you. Chiang's stories—like 'The Lifecycle of Software Objects' and 'Story of Your Life'—delve into the philosophical dilemmas of artificial intelligence and communication, provoking thought just as Asimov does.

... a collection of interconnected stories with different characters and perspectives?

Exhalation by Ted Chiang

Did you enjoy how I, Robot weaves together multiple stories and viewpoints—like Dr. Susan Calvin’s investigations and the various robots' lives? Exhalation offers a similar ensemble approach, presenting a series of science fiction tales that each spotlight unique protagonists and situations, all tied together by big ideas.

... a sweeping story that spans centuries and explores the rise and fall of civilizations?

Foundation by Isaac Asimov

If you loved the way I, Robot moves across decades, charting the evolution of robotics and society, you'll be drawn into Foundation's grand narrative. This novel sweeps across centuries as humanity faces the challenge of preserving knowledge and civilization, echoing the epic, historical progression you enjoyed.

... the complex relationship between humans and artificial beings?

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick

If the interactions between humans and robots in I, Robot—from the ethical puzzles to the emotional connections—captivated you, you'll find Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? equally compelling. Rick Deckard’s encounters with androids force him to question the boundaries between human and machine, digging deep into the moral and psychological dimensions you enjoyed.

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