Guin, Ursula Le

The Dispossessed

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ISBN 13:
9781857988826
author:
Guin, Ursula Le
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Gollancz
language:
English
Publication Year:
1999
Pages:
336
Genre:
Fantasy
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£9.33

Description

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin A groundbreaking novel of science fiction, The Dispossessed explores the complexities of anarchism, physics, and politics. The story follows a brilliant physicist, Shevek, as he navigates the tensions between two planets, Anarres and Urras, and grapples with the consequences of his own revolutionary ideas. Shevek's work on the Principle of Simultaneity holds the key to unlocking instantaneous communication across vast distances, but his pursuit of knowledge is hindered by the constraints of his own world and the machinations of those around him. As he seeks to find freedom and tolerance on Urras, Shevek becomes embroiled in a deadly game of politics, where the stakes are high and the consequences are uncertain. This thought-provoking novel is a gripping exploration of the human condition, delving into the intricacies of power, identity, and the pursuit of knowledge.

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