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OverviewMeet Norby-he wants to help, but he's one mixed-up robot! When Space Academy cadet Jeff Wells needs tutoring for his course in Martian Swahili, he goes looking for a robot teacher. Norby possesses not only the usual robot skills but also an extraordinary array of powers, including antigravity and hyperspace capabilities. He's just a little fuzzy on how to use his gifts! Together, the boy and the robot must figure out a way to foil a sinister plot involving Ing the Ingrate, would-be Emperor of the Universe.The first book of The Norby Chronicles, this novel was written by Janet Asimov and her husband, Isaac Asimov-the author of I, Robot and many other robot stories. It's a great way to introduce young readers to the thrills of science fiction. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Janet Asimov , Isaac AsimovPublisher: Dover Publications Inc. Imprint: Dover Children's Dimensions: Width: 13.50cm , Height: 0.70cm , Length: 21.50cm Weight: 0.140kg ISBN: 9780486472430ISBN 10: 0486472434 Pages: 96 Publication Date: 26 March 2010 Recommended Age: From 9 to 16 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children's (6-12) Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock Table of Contents1. Into Trouble and Out of School 2. Choosing a Robot 3. In Central Park 4. Out of Central Park 5. Spies and Cops 6. Manhattan Falls 7. Hyperspace 8. Showdown! 9. Full CircleReviewsAuthor InformationJanet Jeppson Asimov is an M.D.-writer who has published 23 books and many science articles. Isaac Asimov, one of the best-known science fiction writers of all time, had over 500 fiction and nonfiction works to his credit, including the classic Foundation series. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |