Ursula K. LeGuin has passed away

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Ursula K. LeGuin, a prominent author in the SciFi and Fantasy genres, passed away on January 22, 2018, at the age of 88. She is best known for her influential works, including "The Left Hand of Darkness" and the Earthsea series, which comprises "A Wizard of Earthsea," "The Tombs of Atuan," and "The Farthest Shore." LeGuin's contributions to literature extended beyond the original trilogy, with additional works such as "Tehanu," "Dragonfly," and "The Other Wind," solidifying her legacy as a master storyteller.

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  • Familiarity with Ursula K. LeGuin's literary contributions
  • Understanding of the SciFi and Fantasy genres
  • Knowledge of the Earthsea series and its thematic elements
  • Awareness of LeGuin's impact on modern literature
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  • Read "The Left Hand of Darkness" to explore LeGuin's narrative style
  • Study the Earthsea series, focusing on character development and world-building
  • Research Ursula K. LeGuin's interviews, particularly in "The Paris Review"
  • Examine the themes of gender and society in LeGuin's works
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Literature enthusiasts, students of creative writing, and fans of science fiction and fantasy who wish to deepen their understanding of Ursula K. LeGuin's influence on the genres.

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RIP :frown:
 
Doc Al said:
RIP :frown:
Ditto.
 
I remember reading the Earthsea trilogy (A Wizard of Earthsea, The Tombs of Atuan, The Farthest Shore) when I was a teenager and being enthralled by the world. She was a great writer in the science fiction and fantasy genre, and will be greatly missed.
 
In case you were not aware, she continued with the Earthsea series. After the trilogy came Tehanu, Dragonfly, and The Other Wind. Dragonfly is a short story that can now be found in Tales of Earthsea, which had other short stories that are also excellent, but not part of the main storyline.
 
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