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The Lathe of Heaven
Book • 1971
Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Lathe of Heaven" is a powerful and unsettling novel exploring the ethical implications of altering reality.
The story follows George Orr, a man with the ability to change reality through his dreams, and Dr. Haber, a psychiatrist who seeks to exploit his power.
Le Guin masterfully creates a sense of unease and suspense, as the characters' attempts to improve the world lead to unforeseen and devastating consequences.
The novel's exploration of complex ethical dilemmas and its cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked power have made it a classic of science fiction.
"The Lathe of Heaven" is a testament to Le Guin's ability to create a deeply moving and intellectually stimulating reading experience.
The story follows George Orr, a man with the ability to change reality through his dreams, and Dr. Haber, a psychiatrist who seeks to exploit his power.
Le Guin masterfully creates a sense of unease and suspense, as the characters' attempts to improve the world lead to unforeseen and devastating consequences.
The novel's exploration of complex ethical dilemmas and its cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked power have made it a classic of science fiction.
"The Lathe of Heaven" is a testament to Le Guin's ability to create a deeply moving and intellectually stimulating reading experience.
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as one of the three Ursula K. Le Guin books he read.

Michael Ashcroft

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Michael Ashcroft on Getting Lost and The Joys of Dad Life
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as a science fiction short story that exemplifies the temptation to build one's own righteousness.


Blake Healy

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#352: The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin
Mentioned as one of Ursula K. Le Guin's best books.

734: Ehsan Ahmad
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as one of Le Guin's books that he read.

David Barr Kirtley

460. The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin Review (with Anthony Ha, Matthew Kressel, Lisa Yaszek)
Mentioned by Hurin as a recommended read when discussing magic and consequences, comparing its themes to the Wars of Light and Shadow.

#364: Ships of Merior by Janny Wurts - Part 2 (The Wars of Light and Shadow #2)
Mentioned by Adrian as a later novel with comparisons to Bester's themes of altered reality and psychotherapy.

Episode 11 - The Demolished Man
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as a novel evoking similar themes of dreaming affecting reality, compared to Robinson’s "Before I Wake."

David Barr Kirtley

613. The Best of Kim Stanley Robinson Part 1 Review (with Anthony Ha)
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to read and consider for inclusion in the Starship Alexandria's library.


Emma Newman


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Episode 3 - The Lathe of Heaven
Mentioned by Hakim in response to a listener's question about favorite reactionaries.

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