Ursula K. Le Guin's Journey to Post-Feminism - (Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy) by Amy M Clarke (Paperback)

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About the Book

The first book-length treatment of Le Guin's feminism, this text offers a career-spanning look at her engagement with modern gender theory and practice. During the 1970s, Le Guin experienced a paradigm shift to feminism, a change which had profound effects on her work. This critical examination explores the masculinist nature of her early writing and how her work changed both thematically and aesthetically as a result of her newfound feminism. Of particular interest is her later phase, wherein Le Guin transitions to a more inclusive post-feminism, privileging unity and balance over separatism. A vital addition to Le Guin criticism.

Book Synopsis

The first book-length treatment of Le Guin's feminism, this text offers a career-spanning look at her engagement with modern gender theory and practice. During the 1970s, Le Guin experienced a paradigm shift to feminism, a change which had profound effects on her work. This critical examination explores the masculinist nature of her early writing and how her work changed both thematically and aesthetically as a result of her newfound feminism. Of particular interest is her later phase, wherein Le Guin transitions to a more inclusive post-feminism, privileging unity and balance over separatism. A vital addition to Le Guin criticism.

Review Quotes

"well-written and engaging...extensive, well-researched"-Science Fiction Studies.

About the Author

Amy M. Clarke is a continuing lecturer in the university writing program at the University of California, Davis. She teaches courses in science fiction and fantasy, including seminars on both the Harry Potter and Twilight series.

Product Highlights

• The first book-length treatment of Le Guin's feminism, this text offers a career-spanning look at her engagement with modern gender theory and practice.
• About the Author: Amy M. Clarke is a continuing lecturer in the university writing program at the University of California, Davis.
• 219 Pages
• Literary Criticism, Science Fiction + Fantasy
• Series Name: Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy