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The language of the night
essays on fantasy and science fiction
Book • 1979
Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Language of the Night" is a collection of essays exploring the nature of science fiction and fantasy.
Le Guin challenges traditional genre boundaries and argues for a more inclusive and nuanced approach to storytelling.
She emphasizes the importance of craft and the power of language to shape our understanding of the world.
The essays offer insightful critiques of various authors and works, while also reflecting on Le Guin's own creative process.
The collection is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the theory and practice of speculative fiction.
Le Guin challenges traditional genre boundaries and argues for a more inclusive and nuanced approach to storytelling.
She emphasizes the importance of craft and the power of language to shape our understanding of the world.
The essays offer insightful critiques of various authors and works, while also reflecting on Le Guin's own creative process.
The collection is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the theory and practice of speculative fiction.
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Sophie Strand as a collection of essays and lectures on writing and fantasy, highlighting Le Guin's perspective on the importance of imagination.
Sophie Strand as a collection of essays and lectures on writing and fantasy, highlighting Le Guin's perspective on the importance of imagination.
Bibliomancy with Author Sophie Strand
