“The first lesson on Roke, and the last is, Do what is need… - Ursula K. Le Guin

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“The first lesson on Roke, and the last is, Do what is needful! And no more.”
“The lessons in between, then, must consist in learning what is needful.”
“They do.”

Ursula K. Le Guin

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About Ursula K. Le Guin

Ursula K. Le Guin (21 October 1929 – 22 January 2018) was an American writer, known mostly for her work in science fiction and fantasy. She received the Hugo Award, Nebula Award, Locus Award, and World Fantasy Award, and was made a Grandmaster of Science Fiction in 2003.

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Birth Name: Ursula Kroeber

Alternative Names: Ursula Kroeber Le Guin • Ursula Le Guin

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“The first lesson on Roke, and the last is, Do what is needful! And no more.” “The lessons in between, then, must consist in learning what is needful… - Ursula K. Le Guin

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