The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin
An anarchist society on a distant planet is threatened by its own success.
Summary
The Dispossessed is a 1974 utopian science fiction novel by Ursula K. Le Guin. It is the story of a physicist, Shevek, from the fictional anarchist world of Anarres, who travels to the capitalist and authoritarian world of Urras in search of a solution to a scientific problem. The novel explores the themes of anarchism, revolution, and a form of non-hierarchical, non-authoritarian socialism.
Interpretation
The Dispossessed is a thought-provoking exploration of the possibilities of a society based on anarchist principles. It is a story of a man's struggle to reconcile his ideals with the realities of the world around him, and of the consequences of his actions. It is a story of hope and despair, of courage and cowardice, and of the power of the individual to make a difference.
Who is this book for?
The Dispossessed is suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in science fiction, utopian societies, and political philosophy.
Keywords
Utopian, Science-Fiction, Anarchism, Revolution, Socialism