The Birthday of the World by Ursula K. Le Guin

The Birthday of the World

Hainish Cycle

Ursula K. Le Guin

362 pages • first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

'Her most important book since ALWAYS COMING HOME and her most satisfactory collection since her first, the brilliant THE WIND'S TWELVE QUARTERS. A formidable and rewarding work, a prime candidate for best SF collection of the year. An essential b...

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Community Reviews Summary of 487 reviews

Moods

reflective 80%
adventurous 65%
challenging 52%
emotional 47%
hopeful 21%
inspiring 21%
mysterious 17%
dark 15%
relaxing 13%
funny 4%
informative 4%
sad 4%
tense 4%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 18%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 65% | Character: 20% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 97% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 39% | No: 18%

Average rating

4.34

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