Rocannon's World by Ursula K. Le Guin
An Adventure in the Universe of the Hainish
In a universe where advanced civilizations explore and colonize distant planets, an ethnologist named Rocannon finds himself stranded on a primitive world after his spaceship is destroyed by an enemy faction. As he navigates the planet's diverse cultures and landscapes, Rocannon forms alliances with its inhabitants, including telepathic and winged species, to seek revenge and warn his people of the impending threat. The journey challenges his understanding of loyalty, identity, and the interconnectedness of different worlds, blending elements of science fiction and fantasy to explore themes of heroism and cultural exchange.
The 17106th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1966
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 144-160
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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