The Lathe of Heaven
The Lathe of Heaven is a dystopian work by Ursula K. Le Guin, published in 1971. The Dystopia Index files it under totalitarian control, tracing documented themes of memory and identity. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Ursula K. Le Guin |
|---|---|
| First published | 1971 |
| ISBN-13 | 9789722331562 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
The Lathe of Heaven is a 1970s dystopia by Ursula K. Le Guin. It is first published in United States and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among totalitarian control, surfacing memory and identity. Library catalogues index it under subjects including dreams, fiction, fiction in english, science fiction, dystopian fiction, and nature. The edition on file runs about 184 pages, has been issued by Orion, and carries ISBN 9789722331562. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The Lathe of Heaven published?
The Lathe of Heaven was first published in 1971.
Who wrote The Lathe of Heaven?
The Lathe of Heaven was written by Ursula K. Le Guin.
What kind of dystopia is The Lathe of Heaven?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Totalitarian, with themes of Memory and identity. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The Lathe of Heaven?
A catalogued edition of The Lathe of Heaven carries ISBN-13 9789722331562.
