I randomly picked this book as a starting point as my dad said he really liked asimov when he was younger, that propelled me into the whole robots series and many many more of asimovs work, love your review also
It's always fun to watch your videos, I really enjoy watching your book reviews. There is something about your presentation skills that keep me enthralled to the end of your videos. I love your idea of spoiler free, the 5 likes and dislike techniques. It's a nice one. Thanks for the video. I truly enjoyed it.
The Caves of Steel is my favourite book. Ever. This was a pretty good review. I've heard one other reviewer describe Jessie as one-dimensional, and I don't entirely agree. She has a character that you pick up as the story goes on through her actions (specifically her sending their son Bentley out to see Lije at a crucial moment.) But also through their background, how they met, her job, her interactions with her husband and with Daneel. I think, perhaps, some reviewers don't like her as she's a bit of held-down, and happy to occupy that position, instead of the strong female characters that people like these days. It is a shame, in some ways, that she has certain weak characteristics, but I don't see that as one-dimensional. Some people, male or female, are like that in real life. Her dialogue and actions form a self-consistent whole, and her participation in a group she knew her husband would be opposed to gives her a bit more depth than the repressed house-wife type character she largely occupies too. Also, I think the plot point around Jessie's name is crucial to the story. Not only does it inform us of her character, explaining many of her actions and motivations, but it becomes a crucial aspect of the main murder investigation later in the story. And the fact that it's a Biblical story isn't that questionable. I don't think that sci-fi stories set in the future have to assume that Christianity will die out "by then." In fact, there are millions of compelling sci-fi stories that investigate religions, including Christianity. What's more, there's a bit of a tie-in to the other Biblical story that leads Daneel - the frustratingly stick-to-the-facts robot(!), to have his final epiphany, that leaves the reader feeling so awesome at the end.
It's been decades since I first read it. I think Asimov robot books were among the first of the adult sci-fi I started reading soon as I got my "adult" library card (age 13). My very first adult book was Star Dog, or something like that. I was surprised it was so readable as I had the impression from librarians that books in the adult section were too difficult for children to read. I realized I could read adult books and so started seeking out sci-fi books with cool covers and titles--which were the Asimov's books....and I was hooked. I stopped your video at the five likes/dislikes as your description made me want to read Caves of Steel again.
Caves is an easy one to get into and also re read, as is, I think, the rest of the series. Irobot and all of the robot series gives a real look into how Asimov viewed the world and humanity, as well as provoke the reader to examine it as well
One of the best books ever. Thank you for this content. This has become my favorite channel for science fiction book reviews.
I love the whole series. And thanks!
I randomly picked this book as a starting point as my dad said he really liked asimov when he was younger, that propelled me into the whole robots series and many many more of asimovs work, love your review also
It's always fun to watch your videos, I really enjoy watching your book reviews. There is something about your presentation skills that keep me enthralled to the end of your videos. I love your idea of spoiler free, the 5 likes and dislike techniques. It's a nice one. Thanks for the video. I truly enjoyed it.
This is gonna be my first Isaac Asimov novel. Can't wait to read it
Awesome. Id also suggest irobot as a way to get familiar with Asimov's thoughts on robotics, as I think it makes Caves of Steel a better read...
@@FIT2BREAD Well see if I give I Robot a read in the future, Currently on Chapter 7 on Caves of steel now
Just finished and enjoyed the book so it was fun to get your take. I hope you’ve got the rest of the series covered as I’ll be reading this too!
Thanks. I have to get back to re reads to do reviews for the rest of the series. You may beat me to it
I appreciate how you review the book and also give insight into the man Isaac Asimov. He was a very interesting individual.
Thank you. Asimov was a brilliant writer.
I like the matching of science fiction with a crime mystery. This is a great review.
Yes and...of course...robots!
Great review man! just finished reading it for the first time and i really enjoyed it.
Awesome thanks. What r u going to read next?
@@FIT2BREAD I bought the trilogy so I will continue. And afterwords begin reading Foundation series :)
@@KINGD1991 nice. Love the idea of nonstop Asimov reading. With these two series, you are guaranteed great reading for several months
@@FIT2BREAD thanks man! 🙏🏻
Hmm, I _think_ I've read this ages ago... story of my life! You make me want to read Caves of Steel ... again?
Ha, I know I read it before, but I second guessed myself, because I didn't remember it at all
I've got to read this book! Great discussion.
A definite classic :)
The Caves of Steel is my favourite book. Ever. This was a pretty good review. I've heard one other reviewer describe Jessie as one-dimensional, and I don't entirely agree. She has a character that you pick up as the story goes on through her actions (specifically her sending their son Bentley out to see Lije at a crucial moment.) But also through their background, how they met, her job, her interactions with her husband and with Daneel. I think, perhaps, some reviewers don't like her as she's a bit of held-down, and happy to occupy that position, instead of the strong female characters that people like these days. It is a shame, in some ways, that she has certain weak characteristics, but I don't see that as one-dimensional. Some people, male or female, are like that in real life. Her dialogue and actions form a self-consistent whole, and her participation in a group she knew her husband would be opposed to gives her a bit more depth than the repressed house-wife type character she largely occupies too.
Also, I think the plot point around Jessie's name is crucial to the story. Not only does it inform us of her character, explaining many of her actions and motivations, but it becomes a crucial aspect of the main murder investigation later in the story. And the fact that it's a Biblical story isn't that questionable. I don't think that sci-fi stories set in the future have to assume that Christianity will die out "by then." In fact, there are millions of compelling sci-fi stories that investigate religions, including Christianity. What's more, there's a bit of a tie-in to the other Biblical story that leads Daneel - the frustratingly stick-to-the-facts robot(!), to have his final epiphany, that leaves the reader feeling so awesome at the end.
Yessss, so glad you read and reviewed this!
I have to make sure I get to the next one soon rather than putting it off too long
@@FIT2BREAD Yes, do!
Great sharing my friend. Fully watched. Stay connected..😀 New here👍🏻
Thanks. And welcome
I would love to see this novel made into a film, properly made.
It's been decades since I first read it. I think Asimov robot books were among the first of the adult sci-fi I started reading soon as I got my "adult" library card (age 13). My very first adult book was Star Dog, or something like that. I was surprised it was so readable as I had the impression from librarians that books in the adult section were too difficult for children to read. I realized I could read adult books and so started seeking out sci-fi books with cool covers and titles--which were the Asimov's books....and I was hooked. I stopped your video at the five likes/dislikes as your description made me want to read Caves of Steel again.
Caves is an easy one to get into and also re read, as is, I think, the rest of the series. Irobot and all of the robot series gives a real look into how Asimov viewed the world and humanity, as well as provoke the reader to examine it as well
"Asimov uses robots as a way to understand humans," Absolutely! I do not read too many detective novels, but I did really like this one.😎
Yeah its a good blend
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