The Word for World Is Forest by Ursula K. Le Guin

The Word for World Is Forest

Hainish Cycle

Ursula K. Le Guin

128 pages first pub 1972 (editions)

fiction science fiction challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

When the inhabitants of a peaceful world are conquered by the bloodthirsty yumens, their existence is irrevocably altered. Forced into servitude, the Athsheans find themselves at the mercy of their brutal masters. Desperation causes the Athsheans,...

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Moods

reflective 73%
dark 63%
challenging 42%
sad 40%
emotional 31%
adventurous 28%
tense 28%
inspiring 10%
mysterious 9%
hopeful 8%
informative 2%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 36%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 23% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 58% | No: 21% | Yes: 17% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 7% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 7%

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