Nightfall and other Stories Author:Isaac Asimov The quintessence of modern science fiction is thought by many to be contained in the novels and short stories of Isaac Asimov. In this new collection of twenty stories the diversity of subjects confirms both the inexhaustible imaginative span and impeccable style of the author. — Each story has been thoughtfully selected and prefaced by Dr. Asim... more »ov; at least one of them is already considered a classic. This story, "Nightfall," published when the author was only twenty-one, is the compelling tale of a world with eternal sun suddenly plunged into total darkness and utter madness.« less