Elgin, Suzette Haden
Earthsong
- ISBN 13:
- 9781936932665
- author:
- Elgin, Suzette Haden
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Feminist Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 20.1 x 14 x 1.8 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Science Fiction, Hard Science Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Earthsong, the final book in the Native Tongue trilogy, is a powerful exploration of the relationship between language, power, and survival. In a dystopian future, the Consortium of Planets has abandoned Earth, condemning it to economic and ecological chaos. As the planet teeters on the brink of destruction, a group of female linguists must use their skills to ensure the survival of humanity.
Through a combination of scientific hypothesis and ideological inquiry, Earthsong examines the complex interplay between language, culture, and the natural world. With its unflinching portrayal of a world in crisis, this thought-provoking novel challenges readers to consider the consequences of human actions and the importance of collective action.
Originally published in the 1980s, Earthsong is a seminal work of speculative fiction that continues to resonate with readers today. This edition has been re-released in 2019, offering a new opportunity to engage with this important and timely story.