num_pages: 246
description: From "Ursula K. Le Guin is renowned for her lyrical writing, rich characters &amp; diverse worlds. The Wind's Twelve Quarters collects 17 stories, each with an introduction by the author, ranging from fantasy to intriguing scientific concepts, from medieval settings to the future." Including a foreword by Le Guin, describing her experience, inspirations &amp; approach to writing, this collection explores human values, relationships &amp; survival, showcasing the myriad talents of one of the most provocative writers of our time."
language: English
title: The Wind's Twelve Quarters
titlecomplete: The Wind's Twelve Quarters
characters: Mr. Underhill, Palani, Blackbeard
genres: 20th Century, Short Stories, Science Fiction, Science Fiction Fantasy, Collections, Fantasy, Classics, Anthologies, Fiction, Speculative Fiction
ratings_count: 6451
series: Earthsea Cycle, The Wind's Twelve Quarters
awards: awardedAt: 189331200000
name: Locus Award
category: Best Single Author Collection
publisher: Harper & Row (NYC)