--- product_id: 286562099 title: "The Currents of Space (Galactic Empire)" price: "4784 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286562099-the-currents-of-space-galactic-empire store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # The Currents of Space (Galactic Empire) **Price:** 4784 som **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Currents of Space (Galactic Empire) - **How much does it cost?** 4784 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286562099-the-currents-of-space-galactic-empire) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Currents of Space (Galactic Empire): 9780593160039: Asimov, Isaac: Books Review: Just wonderful - A beautiful thing this is to hear and to read. I like the way Asimov frequently makes earth the central pivot of his stories. Review: Classic Asimov - Legendary author Isaac Asimov has written a tale full of murder and political intrigue along with some great science fiction. The Trantorian empire is closing in on it's conquest of the galaxy. But, the planet Sark stands in the path of this conquest. Sark is an independent planet but, more important, is its sale of kyrt. Kyrt, a cotton-like substance, is the foundation of most of the materials in the galaxy and is only available from Sark. Sark doesn't produce kyrt by itself. Instead, kyrt is grown on the planet Florina. Sark uses the population of Florina as cheap slave labor to produce kyrt. Many have tried, but none have succeeded in growing kyrt anywhere but on Florina. These imitations are more like plain cotton and nowhere near the quality of kyrt. Due to this relationship, Sark has become extremely powerful and wealthy, while Florina has suffered under the rule of Sark. But, a man has entered the picture with information which could prove devastating to Sark, Florina, and Trantor. This man claims to have knowledge that Florina and it's valuable supply of kyrt is in danger of being destroyed. This leads to an exciting story of murder, political manuvering, and intrigue. I'm a big fan of science fiction, but this is only the 2nd Asimov novel that I've read, the other being the classic "Nightfall", which I also recommend. I thought this book was good, but I had some difficulty following the story. I thought Asimov introduced too many characters in such a short book, too. However, I did enjoy the story and I plan on reading "Pebble in the Sky" and "The Stars, Like Dust". Asimov is one of the masters of science fiction authors, and this book is a good choice for fans of science fiction. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #158,980 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #199 in Hard Science Fiction (Books) #540 in Space Operas #1,287 in Science Fiction Crime & Mystery | | Book 2 of 3 | Galactic Empire | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,504) | | Dimensions | 5.51 x 0.58 x 8.16 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 0593160037 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0593160039 | | Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 256 pages | | Publication date | September 1, 2020 | | Publisher | Del Rey | ## Images ![The Currents of Space (Galactic Empire) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61IOa9DuSyL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just wonderful *by M***E on June 14, 2025* A beautiful thing this is to hear and to read. I like the way Asimov frequently makes earth the central pivot of his stories. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic Asimov *by J***N on June 9, 2009* Legendary author Isaac Asimov has written a tale full of murder and political intrigue along with some great science fiction. The Trantorian empire is closing in on it's conquest of the galaxy. But, the planet Sark stands in the path of this conquest. Sark is an independent planet but, more important, is its sale of kyrt. Kyrt, a cotton-like substance, is the foundation of most of the materials in the galaxy and is only available from Sark. Sark doesn't produce kyrt by itself. Instead, kyrt is grown on the planet Florina. Sark uses the population of Florina as cheap slave labor to produce kyrt. Many have tried, but none have succeeded in growing kyrt anywhere but on Florina. These imitations are more like plain cotton and nowhere near the quality of kyrt. Due to this relationship, Sark has become extremely powerful and wealthy, while Florina has suffered under the rule of Sark. But, a man has entered the picture with information which could prove devastating to Sark, Florina, and Trantor. This man claims to have knowledge that Florina and it's valuable supply of kyrt is in danger of being destroyed. This leads to an exciting story of murder, political manuvering, and intrigue. I'm a big fan of science fiction, but this is only the 2nd Asimov novel that I've read, the other being the classic "Nightfall", which I also recommend. I thought this book was good, but I had some difficulty following the story. I thought Asimov introduced too many characters in such a short book, too. However, I did enjoy the story and I plan on reading "Pebble in the Sky" and "The Stars, Like Dust". Asimov is one of the masters of science fiction authors, and this book is a good choice for fans of science fiction. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely magnificent! *by A***3 on October 10, 2023* A twisty, suspenseful plot; memorable, sympathetic characters; and inspired world-building. The ending is unforgettable! “Words are like leaves, and where they most abound/Much fruit of sense beneath is rarely found” - A. 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