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   The Left Hand of Darkness

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   Ursula K. Le Guin 

   Book 4 in the series:Hainish Cycle

   

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   'The Left Hand of Darkness' by Ursula K. Le Guin is set on the planet Winter, populated by humanoids of a single gender that can become male or female during their reproductive phase. The story follows an envoy named Genly Ai on a mission to convince the inhabitants of Winter to join the Ekumen. The narrative delves into themes of gender, social constructs, political intrigue, and the complexities of first contact with an alien civilization. The writing style is described as beautifully spare, with intricate world-building and thought-provoking speculations on gender and societal norms.
   

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   From the Archives of Hain. Transcript of Ansible Document 01-01101-934-2-Gethen: To the Stabile on Ollul: Report from Genly Ai, First Mobile on Gethen/Winter, Hainish Cycle 93, Ekumenical Year 1490–97...

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