Hainish Novels & Stories, Vol. 1: Rocannon’s World / Planet of Exile / City of Illusions / The Left Hand of Darkness / The Dispossessed / Stories

Hainish Novels & Stories, Vol. 1: Rocannon’s World / Planet of Exile / City of Illusions / The Left Hand of Darkness / The Dispossessed / Stories

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Science Fiction Thriller & Suspense Action & Adventure +1 more
Format Hardcover
Pages 1,100
Language English
Published Sep 5, 2017
Publisher Library of America
ISBN-10 1598535382
ISBN-13 9781598535389
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Ursula K. Le Guin's work reshaped the landscape of science fiction with profound depth and imaginative richness. This collection showcases a range of her celebrated narratives, including "Rocannon's World," "Planet of Exile," and "The Left Hand of Darkness," presenting readers with a journey through various imaginative universes. Each story is woven with themes of identity, society, and human connection, inviting readers to reflect on their own realities through the lens of speculative worlds.

Alongside Le Guin's iconic novels, the collection includes short stories that further explore her distinctive narrative style and philosophical inquiries. With Brian Attebery curating this volume, readers gain an accessible entry point into Le Guin's thought-provoking storytelling, which continues to resonate with audiences today. This compilation not only honors her literary legacy but also serves as an essential experience for anyone seeking to understand the evolution of the sci-fi genre and its complexities.

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