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The Dispossessed: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Shevek, a brilliant physicist, decides to take action. He will seek answers, question the unquestionable, and attempt to tear down the walls of hatred that have isolated his planet of anarchists from the rest of the civilized universe. To do this dangerous task will mean giving up his family and possibly his life. Shevek must make the unprecedented journey to the planet, Anarres, to challenge the complex structures of life and living, and ignite the fires of change.

Quick facts about The Dispossessed

  • Title: The Dispossessed
  • Author: Ursula K. Le Guin
  • First published: 1974
  • Genre: anarchism, anarquismo, ciencia-ficción
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL59863W

Where to read The Dispossessed

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Dispossessed about?

Shevek, a brilliant physicist, decides to take action.

Who wrote The Dispossessed?

The Dispossessed was written by Ursula K. Le Guin.

When was The Dispossessed published?

The Dispossessed was first published in 1974.

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