Robbie
Robbie
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1989
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Future Earth
1989
Adult
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
In Isaac Asimov's "Robbie," a young girl named Gloria forms a close bond with her robot companion, Robbie. Her parents worry about the attachment and decide to separate them. Despite this, Gloria's longing for Robbie leads to unexpected outcomes. The story explores themes of friendship, technology, and human-robot relationships.
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
Emotional
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
598 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Robbie by Isaac Asimov is generally praised for its pioneering exploration of human-robot relationships. Positive reviews highlight the emotional depth and foresight into robotics. Some negative insights mention simplistic narrative elements and uneven pacing. Overall, the story is appreciated for its thought-provoking and poignant storytelling within science fiction.
Who Should Read Robbie?
A reader captivated by Robbie by Isaac Asimov would likely relish stories blending science fiction with human emotion, akin to those in I, Robot or Fahrenheit 451. Fans of exploring the ethical dimensions of technology and artificial intelligence prevalent in Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? will find it engaging.
598 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Short Story • Fiction
Future Earth
1989
Adult
10-14 years
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