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The Dream [First in the Dream Series]
by Isaac Asimov
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On the eve of the American Bicentennial, Isaac Asimov communicates with Benjamin Franklin in a dream. When their subconscious discussion of spectacular scientific advancement turns to the disappointing state of global politics, Franklin draws on his expertise in nation-building by suggesting a plan to unite the world of the 20th century. (Published: 1974)
Words: 2948 - Reading Time: 8-11 min.
Category: Science Fiction
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Benjamin's Dream [Second in the Dream Series]
by Isaac Asimov
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Isaac Asimov and Benjamin Franklin resume their subconscious discussion, with Franklin receiving further updates on the technological advances of the mid-1970s. When Asimov mentions the communications satellite that was first conceived by his friend and colleague Arthur C. Clarke in 1945, Franklin recognizes it as the key to carrying out their plan to bring the world closer together. (Published: 1974)
Words: 3574 - Reading Time: 10-14 min.
Category: Science Fiction
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Party by Satellite [Third in the Dream Series]
by Isaac Asimov
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[This lost Asimov story is re-published for the first time since its 1974 appearance in The Saturday Evening Post.] In their third subconscious meeting, Isaac Asimov and Benjamin Franklin discuss the details of a plan to achieve global peace on the occasion of the American Bicentennial. When Franklin reveals the source of the colonists' success during the American Revolution, he calls on Asimov to harvest the universal power that triggers political change. (Published: 1974)
Words: 2913 - Reading Time: 8-11 min.
Category: Science Fiction
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Benjamin's Bicentennial Blast [Fourth in the Dream Series]
by Isaac Asimov
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The Founding Father advises modern man that things have not changed all that much since his day--it is still "Unite Or Die." (Published: 1974)
Words: 3951 - Reading Time: 11-15 min.
Category: Science Fiction
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