| Ursula K. Le Guin: A Critical Companion Contributor(s): Bernardo, Susan M. (Author), Murphy, Graham J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0313332258 ISBN-13: 9780313332258 Publisher: Greenwood OUR PRICE: $78.21 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2006 Annotation: Though science fiction and fantasy have existed as literary genres for well over a century, a working definition of the terms has yet to be determined. Ursula K. Le Guin, who emerged as a popular science fiction and fantasy writer in the 1960s, has not only witnessed, but also experienced first-hand the shifts and transformations of these increasingly popular genres. Delve into her fantastical worlds and investigate several of her famous works in this study ideal for high school and undergraduate students. Learn about the author's life and decade-spanning career, as well as her numerous literary achievements. This comprehensive analysis of Le Guin's work will leave readers anxious for her future endeavors. After a biography that focuses on Le Guin's interest in science fiction, this study delves into analyses of Le Guin's most well-known works, with emphasis on plot, as well as thematic and character development. Works covered include: BLA Wizard of Earthsea (1968) BLThe Left Hand of Darkness (1969) BLThe Tombs of Atuan (1970) BLThe Farthest Shore (1972) BLThe Lathe of Heaven (1973) BLThe Dispossessed: An Ambiguous Utopia (1974) BLThe Eye of the Heron (1978) BLTehanu (1990) and more. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Criticism | Science Fiction & Fantasy - Literary Criticism | Women Authors |
| Dewey: 813.54 |
| LCCN: 2006017937 |
| Series: Critical Companions to Popular Contemporary Writers |
| Physical Information: 0.85" H x 6.16" W x 9.64" (1.03 lbs) 216 pages |
| Themes: - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Though science fiction has existed as a literary genre for well over a century, a working definition of the term has yet to be determined. Ursula K. Le Guin, who emerged as a popular science fiction and fantasy writer in the 1960s, has not only witnessed, but also experienced first-hand the shifts and transformations of this increasingly popular genre. Delve into her fantastical worlds and investigate several of her famous works in this study ideal for high school and undergraduate students. Learn about the author's life and decade-spanning career, as well as her numerous literary achievements. This comprehensive analysis of Le Guin's work will leave readers anxious for her future endeavors. |