Voices - Annals of the Western Shore

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Liberation through knowledge in a war-ravaged land.

Ursula K. Le Guin's "Voices" isn't just another fantasy tale; it's a profound narrative that weaves political intrigue, cultural conflict, and the transformative power of reading and knowledge. If you're drawn to stories that blend rich world-building with thoughtful examination of freedom and resistance, then Memer's journey to liberate her people will resonate deeply with you. It's a compelling read for those who appreciate fantasy grounded in human struggles and triumphs.

  • Locus Award Nominee for Best Young Adult Novel (2007)
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Voices - Annals of the Western Shore

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ISBN: 9780152056780
Publisher: Harcourt
Date of Publication: 2006-09-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult
Goodreads rating: 3.96
(rated by 5961 readers)

Description

Ansul was once a peaceful town filled with libraries, schools and temples. But that was long ago, before the Alds came. The Alds believe demons hide in words, and so they ban reading and writing, acts now punishable by death. What few books have survived are hidden in the Waylord's House for safekeeping, in the care of the Waylord, crippled by years of torture, and the daughter of his heart, Memer. And now times are changing. The Uplands poet Orrec Caspro and his wife Gry have arrived, and in his voice is a clarion call, awakening a conquered people. The second book of the Annals of the Western Shore, Voices is a haunting and gripping coming-of-age story set against a backdrop of violence, intolerance and magic.
 

Liberation through knowledge in a war-ravaged land.

Ursula K. Le Guin's "Voices" isn't just another fantasy tale; it's a profound narrative that weaves political intrigue, cultural conflict, and the transformative power of reading and knowledge. If you're drawn to stories that blend rich world-building with thoughtful examination of freedom and resistance, then Memer's journey to liberate her people will resonate deeply with you. It's a compelling read for those who appreciate fantasy grounded in human struggles and triumphs.

  • Locus Award Nominee for Best Young Adult Novel (2007)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.