Ursula K. Le Guin

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Ursula K. Le Guin was an American author known for speculative fiction, particularly the Earthsea fantasy series and science fiction set in her Hainish universe. Her work included novels, short stories, poetry, criticism, translations, and children's books. Influenced by cultural anthropology, Taoism, feminism, and Carl Jung, she explored race, gender, sexuality, and alternative political structures. Her awards included Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards.

Born: October 21, 1929, Berkeley, California
Known for: Earthsea and Hainish fiction
Major honors: Eight Hugo Awards, six Nebula Awards, and twenty-five Locus Awards

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