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Parable of the Talents

Series: Parable
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Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler is a compelling and thought-provoking novel set in a dystopian future America. It continues the story of Lauren Olamina, a visionary leader who strives to build a new society based on her belief system called Earthseed. Through immense challenges and societal upheavals, she navigates themes of hope, resilience, and the quest for a better world amid chaos.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you are drawn to gripping tales of survival set in dystopian worlds, you might enjoy this book's exploration of a fractured society through the eyes of a fierce and resilient protagonist. It delves into themes of leadership, resilience, and humanity's harsh realities, making it a compelling read for those interested in thought-provoking fiction about future societies and personal growth.

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From a celebrated author, the thrilling sequel to The Parable of the Sower—a cautionary novel ahead of its time, perfect for fans of The Broken Earth trilogy.

In 2032, Lauren Olamina has survived the destruction and ruin of everything she knew. Her peaceful community, based on her newly founded faith, Earthseed, provides refuge for outcasts facing persecution after the election of an ultra-conservative president. Under his rule, Lauren's colony—a minority religious faction led by a young Black woman—becomes a target for the president's reign of terror and oppression.

Years later, Asha Vere reads the journals of a mother she never knew. As she searches for answers, she struggles to reconcile with the legacy of a mother caught between her duty to her chosen family and her calling to lead humankind into a better future.

"In the ongoing contest over which dystopian classic is most applicable to our time, Octavia Butler's Parable books may be unmatched."—The New Yorker

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Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler is lauded for its powerful narrative and thought-provoking themes. Readers appreciate its exploration of dystopian future scenarios and complex character development. Critics often highlight Butler's poignant social commentary on issues like religion, community building, and leadership, making it a profound and relevant read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538732199

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Grand Central Publishing

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Akwaeke Emezi

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 448

Collections

Dystopian Fiction Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction

About the Author

OCTAVIA E. BUTLERwas a renowned writer who received a MacArthur "Genius" Grant and PEN West Lifetime Achievement Award for her body of work. She was the author of several award-winning novels including Parable of the Sower, which was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year, and was acclaimed for her lean prose, strong protagonists, and social observations in stories that range from the distant past to the far future. Sales of her books have increased enormously since her death as the issues she addressed in her Afrofuturistic, feminist novels and short fiction have only become more relevant. She passed away on February 24, 2006.

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