Isaac Asimov’s I, Robot is a collection of nine stories that explore the relationship between humans and robots. Published in 1950, it is a classic in science fiction, known for its clever ideas about technology and human nature.
The book is built around Asimov’s famous Three Laws of Robotics, which are rules meant to make robots safe for humans. However, the stories show how these laws can lead to unexpected problems. For example, in Runaround, a robot becomes stuck because it cannot decide which law to follow. In Liar!, a robot that can read minds causes emotional pain because it wants to avoid hurting people.
What makes I, Robot interesting is how it mixes logical problems with emotional questions. The stories are not just about robots but also about trust, fear, and control. Asimov writes in a simple and clear way, which makes it easy to follow the ideas even if you don’t know much about science.
Even though the book is over 70 years old, it still feels relevant today as we deal with artificial intelligence and robots in our daily lives. Asimov makes readers think about not just what technology can do, but also what it should do. For anyone curious about robots, AI, or science fiction, I, Robot is a thought-provoking and enjoyable read.