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The Wild Girls

By Ursula K. Le Guin
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The Wild Girls by Ursula K. Le Guin is a captivating blend of science fiction and fantasy that explores themes of cultural collision and personal sacrifice. The narrative follows a group of 'wild' girls from a tribal society, contrasting their way of life with the more technologically advanced civilization they encounter. Le Guin masterfully delves into identity, freedom, and societal norms, creating a poignant and thought-provoking tale.
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You might enjoy this captivating Sci-Fi and Fantasy novel if you're drawn to imaginative explorations of cultural dynamics and nuanced social commentary. The author intertwines fantastic worlds with profound themes, offering a reading experience rich in both entertainment and intellectual stimulation.

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Newly revised edition of the 2003 Nebula Award winner.

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Ursula K. Le Guin is the one modern science fiction author who truly needs no introduction. In the 40 years since her first publication, her works have changed not only the face, but also the tone and agenda, of science fiction.

Her Nebula award-winning novelette, The Wild Girls—here newly revised and presented in book form for the first time—tells of two captive 'dirt children' living in a society of sword and silk.

Also included is Le Guin's scandalous and scorching Harper's essay, Staying Awake While We Read, and an interview with the author herself.

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Ursula K. Le Guin's The Wild Girls is praised for its idiosyncratic and convincing characters, who linger in the mind long after reading. Her worlds are described as haunting psychological landscapes, crafted with artistic precision. Critics commend her for intelligent, daring storytelling and complex character development, underpinned by a strong narrative grace. Le Guin's writing is recognised for its moral and psychological depth, effectively weaving intricate fables that explore fundamental human themes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781604864038

Publisher: PM Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 June 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: PM Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 119g

Pages: 128

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About the Author

Ursula K. Le Guin is a mentor to two generations of radical feminist and progressive writers. Her novels and stories have won every major science fiction and fantasy award as well as the Pen/Malamud and the National Book Award. Her works include The Dispossessed, The Left Hand of Darkness, and A Wizard of Earthsea. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

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