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The Language of the Night

2015256 pagesPerennial

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Ursula K. Le Guin, a master of speculative fiction, shares her insights on the craft of writing in this collection of essays. She explores the nature of storytelling, the unique demands of fantasy and science fiction, and reflects on her own creative process. This book offers a deep look into the mind of a celebrated author.

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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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