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Planet of Exile

Pages
126
Published
1966
Language
English

Synopsis

The Earth colony of Landin has been stranded on the planet Werel for ten of its long years, leading to a dwindling human settlement. During the planet's harsh 15-year winters, they encounter the nomadic hilfs, a humanoid people who fear the 'farborns.' Despite their mutual distrust, both groups face common enemies in the form of ravaging barbarians and eerie snow ghouls. They must decide whether to unite against these threats or face annihilation.

About the author

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Ursula K. Le Guin

Ursula Kroeber Le Guin (née Kroeber; October 21, 1929 – January 22, 2018) was an American author. She is best known for her works of speculative fiction, including science fiction works set in her Hainish universe, and the Earthsea fantasy series. Her work was first published in 1959, and her literary career spanned nearly sixty years, producing more than twenty novels and more than a hundred short stories, in addition to poetry, literary criticism, translations, and children's books. Frequently...

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