A man who doesn’t detest a bad government is a fool. And if… - Ursula K. Le Guin

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A man who doesn’t detest a bad government is a fool. And if there were such a thing as a good government in earth, it would be a great joy to serve it.

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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