59 pages • 1 hour read
Isaac Asimov, Robert SilverbergNightfall
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In the apocalyptic novel Nightfall by Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg, the inhabitants of Kalgash, a planet perpetually illuminated by six suns, face societal collapse as an unprecedented eclipse brings total darkness and reveals stars for the first time in 2,049 years, challenging their scientific and religious beliefs, and leading to chaos and efforts to rebuild a stable society. The book depicts sensitive themes related to mental health and violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Nightfall by Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg masterfully expands Asimov's short story into a compelling novel. The captivating narrative and deep philosophical questions garner praise, though some critique its pacing and character development. Overall, it's a thought-provoking exploration of societal collapse and human nature.
Who Should Read Nightfall?
Nightfall by Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg appeals to readers who enjoy thought-provoking science fiction that explores themes of societal collapse and human nature. Fans of Arthur C. Clarke’s Childhood's End or Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 will find similar intellectual depth and imaginative world-building.