The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin

The Lathe of Heaven

Ursula K. Le Guin with Susan O'Malley

6 hours, 48 minutes • first pub 1971 (view editions)

fiction classics dystopian fantasy science fiction reflective medium-paced
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The Lathe of Heaven is ideal for readers who enjoy speculative fiction that explores philosophical questions about reality, power, and human fallibility through intimate, character-driven storytelling.

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A classic science fiction novel by one of the greatest writers of the genre, set in a future world where one man's dreams control the fate of humanity. In a future world racked by violence and environmental catastrophes, George Orr wakes up one da...

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Community Reviews

4.13
based on 13,194 reviews

Moods

reflective: 69%

mysterious: 49%

dark: 44%

challenging: 39%

tense: 34%

adventurous: 30%

emotional: 26%

hopeful: 14%

sad: 13%

inspiring: 8%

funny: 6%

informative: 2%

Pace

31% of readers chose fast
57% of readers chose medium
10% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

21% of readers chose Plot
49% of readers chose A mix
29% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

59% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

37% of readers chose Yes
40% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

59% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
21% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

72% of readers chose Yes
19% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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