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The Lathe Of Heaven

By Ursula K. Le Guin
Series: S.F. Masterworks
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The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin explores a world where a man named George Orr discovers his dreams can alter reality. Seeking help from a psychiatrist, Dr. Haber, Orr finds himself entangled in a battle of wills as Haber attempts to use this power for his own ambitions, leading to unintended consequences on a vast, cosmic scale. This mind-bending story delves into themes of power, responsibility, and the complexities of unintended change.
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You might enjoy this science fiction gem if you're intrigued by stories that explore the power of dreams and their impact on reality. Set in a world where one man's dreams can alter the course of human existence, this book combines philosophical concepts with a gripping, imaginative narrative that questions the nature of reality itself.

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The Lathe Of Heaven

Through his dreams, George Orr can make alternate realities real.

No.43 in the Millennium SF Masterworks series, a library of the finest science fiction ever written. Le Guin is one of the finest writers of science fiction in the world Winner of many Hugo and Nebula Awards, as well as a National Book Award, a Pushcart Prize, the Harold D. Vursell Memorial Award of the American Academy of Arts and Letters; a Newberry Honor and the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement.

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George Orr is a mild and unremarkable man who finds the world a less than pleasant place to live: seven billion people jostle for living space and food. But George dreams dreams which do in fact change reality—and he has no means of controlling this extraordinary power.

Psychiatrist Dr William Haber offers to help. At first sceptical of George's powers, he comes to astonished belief. When he allows ambition to get the better of ethics, George finds himself caught up in a situation of alarming peril.

The Lathe of Heaven offers a gripping exploration of unchecked power and the ethical dilemmas it creates in a world where reality is as mutable as a dream.

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Ursula K. Le Guin is celebrated for her phenomenal storytelling power, with reviews highlighting her unparalleled ability to create complex characters and reimagine fundamental concepts. The Lathe of Heaven is praised for its poetic and scientific synthesis, showcasing the full potential of science fiction. The book has left a lasting impression on writers and critics, noted for its thought-provoking narrative and unique exploration of societal themes.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781857989519

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 192

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Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: S.F. Masterworks Ursula K. Le Guin

About the Author

Le Guin is one of the finest writers of science fiction in the world Winner of many Hugo and Nebula Awards, as well as a National Book Award, a Pushcart Prize, the Harold D. Vursell Memorial Award of the American Academy of Arts and Letters; a Newberry Honor and the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement

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