The Lathe Of Heaven

by Ursula K. Le Guin

First published 2001

George Orr's dreams have the power to reshape the world. When a power-hungry psychiatrist learns of his ability, he'll stop at nothing to control reality itself. In this mind-bending sci-fi tale, the line between fantasy and waking life blurs as Orr fights to preserve his autonomy and the fragile balance of the world.

Genres: science-fiction, literary-fiction, fantasy, psychological-thriller

Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: mind-control, unreliable-narrator

Setting: Portland, Oregon U.S.A.

Period: 1998 - 2002

208 pages · Paperback · Scribner

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