The Word For World Is Forest by Ursula K. Le Guin
"The Word For World Is Forest" is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the consequences of human colonization and exploitation of a peaceful forest planet inhabited by the indigenous Athsheans. As the humans ruthlessly exploit the planet's resources and enslave the Athsheans, a group of Athshean rebels rise up to fight for their freedom, leading to a clash of cultures and an examination of the destructive nature of imperialism and the importance of respecting the environment and the rights of other beings.
The 6951st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1972
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 144
- Words
- 39,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 112th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- The 100 Best Science Fiction Books of All Time (Tor)