Description
George Orr has a terrifying secret: his dreams don't simply fade upon waking—they reshape reality itself. Desperate to understand and control this extraordinary power, he seeks help from a psychiatrist, only to discover that his cure may be far more dangerous than the affliction. As Orr's dreams begin to alter the world in increasingly catastrophic ways, he must grapple with the moral implications of his unconscious mind's influence over existence. Ursula K. Le Guin's masterful exploration of power, responsibility, and the nature of reality combines philosophical depth with compelling character drama, creating a thought-provoking meditation on the consequences of wielding forces beyond our comprehension. This seminal science fiction novel challenges readers to consider what we might do with godlike power and whether the best intentions can ever justify such control.
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paperback
Harper Collins
Published Aug 19, 2003
180 pages
ISBN: 9780060512743
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First Published
1971
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin.