Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler
Set in a dystopian future America ravaged by climate change and societal collapse, the novel follows the journey of a young woman who, despite facing slavery, violence, and the rise of a dangerous religious zealot, strives to build a community based on her own new belief system, Earthseed. Her vision is to create a society that can adapt and thrive amidst chaos, with the ultimate goal of taking humanity to the stars. Throughout her struggle, she documents her experiences and philosophies in the hope that they will guide future generations towards a more hopeful, resilient future.
The 2993rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1998
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 365
- Words
- 126,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Nebula Award (Nebula Awards)
- 222 Best Books of All Time That Deserve a Spot on Your Bookshelf, With Picks from Bestselling Authors and Indie Booksellers (Parade)
- Arthur C. Clarke Award (Arthur C. Clarke Award)
- The ZORA Canon: The 100 greatest books ever written by African American women (Zora)