The Birthday of the World: And Other Stories by Ursula K. Le Guin

The Birthday of the World: And Other Stories

Hainish Cycle

Ursula K. Le Guin

384 pages • first pub 2002 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories reflective medium-paced

Description

The recipient of numerous literary prizes, including the National Book Award, the Kafka Award, five Hugo Awards and five Nebula Awards, the renowned writer Ursula K. Le Guin has, in each story and novel, created a provocative, ever-evolving univer...

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Community Reviews Summary of 479 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
adventurous 62%
challenging 51%
emotional 48%
hopeful 23%
inspiring 20%
mysterious 16%
dark 13%
relaxing 13%
informative 4%
sad 4%
funny 2%
tense 2%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 20%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Character: 21% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 44% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 97% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 43% | Yes: 37% | No: 18%

Average rating

4.34

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