The Lathe of Heaven

De: Ursula K. Le Guin

Narrado por: George Guidall

A classic science fiction novel by one of the greatest writers of the genre, set in a future world where one man's dreams control the fate of humanity.

In a future world racked by violence and environmental catastrophes, George Orr wakes up one day to discover that his dreams have the ability to alter reality. He seeks help from Dr. William Haber, a psychiatrist who immediately grasps the power George wields. Soon George must preserve reality itself as Dr. Haber becomes adept at manipulating George's dreams for his own purposes.

The Lathe of Heaven is an eerily prescient novel from award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin that masterfully addresses the dangers of power and humanity's self-destructiveness, questioning the nature of reality itself. It is a classic of the science fiction genre.

©2014 Ursula K. Le Guin (P)2016 Recorded Books

Dreamy

My favorite book from childhood and quite possibly the best audible book and performance I have listened to yet!

Looking forward to listening again

I liked this alright the first time I listened to it, and I liked it better the second time. Am looking forward to listening again!

Addendum: After three listens my appreciation continues to grow.

Enjoyable and Fun

I enjoyed this book. It was fun, quick, and light. Much better than The Dispossessed.

George Guidall is perfect

The range of Mr. Guidall is amazing and his ability to bring Le Guin's characters to life is sublime. He perfectly captures the oily and evil charm of the Monster of the piece, Dr. Haber.

Good but choppy

Creative plot overall & a worthwhile casual listen. Dont know whether the text randomly had 10 commas in each sentence, or if it was just the stuttering narration style. Caused a very choppy, flow-less effect that made it difficult to follow at times.