The recipient of numerous literary prizes, including the National Book Award, the Kafka Award, and the Pushcart Prize, Ursula K. Le Guin is renowned for her lyrical writing, rich characters, and diverse worlds. The Wind's Twelve Quarters collects seventeen powerful stories, each with an introduction by the author, ranging from fantasy to intriguing scientific concepts, from medieval settings to the future.
Including an insightful foreword by Le Guin, describing her experience, her inspirations, and her approach to writing, this stunning collection explores human values, relationships, and survival, and showcases the myriad talents of one of the most provocative writers of our time.
Product details
Publisher : Harper Perennial (January 1, 2004)
Language : English
Paperback : 320 pages
ISBN-10 : 0060914343
ISBN-13 : 978-0060914349
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.31 x 0.72 x 8 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #64,682 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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