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The Dispossessed

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Science Fiction Fiction Fantasy Classics Philosophy

by Ursula K. Le Guin

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4.18 (46.7K ratings)
calendar_today 1974
description 387 pages

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin holds a highly rated rating of 4.18 out of 5, based on 46.7K reader ratings. First published in 1974. The book spans 387 pages.

About The Dispossessed

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 utopian mother planet, Urras, to challenge the complex structures of life and living, and ignite the fires of change.

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Author Ursula K. Le Guin
Published 1974
Pages 387
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Philosophy
Average Rating 4.18 / 5.00
Total Ratings 46,660

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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46.7K ratings
With a rating of 4.18, The Dispossessed is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Dispossessed?

The Dispossessed is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Dispossessed worth reading?

Based on 46.7K reader ratings, The Dispossessed has an average score of 4.18 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Dispossessed?

The Dispossessed has 387 pages.

Who wrote The Dispossessed?

The Dispossessed was written by Ursula K. Le Guin. It was first published in 1974.

What is the ISBN for The Dispossessed?

The ISBN-13 for The Dispossessed is 9780061054880.0.

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