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Fantasy & SciFi
Winner of the Hugo and Nebula Awards A groundbreaking work of science fiction, The Left Hand of Darkness tells the story of a lone human emissary to Winter, an alien world whose inhabitants can change their gender. His goal is to facilitate Winter's inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. But to do so he must bridge the gulf between his own views and those of the completely dissimilar culture that he encounters. Embracing the aspects of psychology, society, and human emotion on an alien world, The Left Hand of Darkness stands as a landmark achievement in the annals of intellectual science fiction.
© 2017 Recorded Books, Inc. (Audiobook): 9781501930379
Release date
Audiobook: 20 January 2017
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Fantasy & SciFi
Winner of the Hugo and Nebula Awards A groundbreaking work of science fiction, The Left Hand of Darkness tells the story of a lone human emissary to Winter, an alien world whose inhabitants can change their gender. His goal is to facilitate Winter's inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. But to do so he must bridge the gulf between his own views and those of the completely dissimilar culture that he encounters. Embracing the aspects of psychology, society, and human emotion on an alien world, The Left Hand of Darkness stands as a landmark achievement in the annals of intellectual science fiction.
© 2017 Recorded Books, Inc. (Audiobook): 9781501930379
Release date
Audiobook: 20 January 2017
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Rachel
25 Nov 2022
Above and exceeding my expectations, although as a Hugo awardee not entirely unexpected. I came into this book not knowing what to expect. It was a heartwarming and intelligent take on an alien civilisation that was yet so close to ours. There were no real revolutionary insight into any technologies that one may expect of a sci-fi book. It seems more a commentary on humanity, and the transcendence of the personal bond fostered through empathy, communication, respect and bravery. I was gripped throughout the clear narrative, and experienced the pure joy of learning about a new world. Beautifully thought out and well written. Thank you for this experience.
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