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The Caves of Steel: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Caves of Steel by Isaac Asimov — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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In the future you will walk down the crowded streets of New York City not knowing if the bodies brushing past you are humans or androids. With tensions already mounting between humans and robots, the murder of a Spacer must be handled in a politically-correct fashion so Detective Elijah Baley is assigned a robot partner.

Quick facts about The Caves of Steel

  • Title: The Caves of Steel
  • Author: Isaac Asimov
  • First published: 1953
  • Genre: robots, fiction, fiction, science fiction, hard science fiction
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL46401W

Where to read The Caves of Steel

The Caves of Steel by Isaac Asimov is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Caves of Steel about?

In the future you will walk down the crowded streets of New York City not knowing if the bodies brushing past you are humans or androids.

Who wrote The Caves of Steel?

The Caves of Steel was written by Isaac Asimov.

When was The Caves of Steel published?

The Caves of Steel was first published in 1953.

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