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The Left Hand of Darkness

Book • 1900
In this groundbreaking novel, Ursula K. Le Guin delves into the society of Gethen, a planet where the inhabitants are androgynous and only enter a state of sexual arousal once a month.

The story follows Genly Ai, an envoy from the Ekumen, as he navigates the complexities of Gethenian culture and politics.

The novel is a profound exploration of gender, identity, and the human condition, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity.

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