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Parable of the Talents: A Novel,Used
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Parable of the Talents celebrates the classic Butlerian themes of alienation and transcendence, violence and spirituality, slavery and freedom, separation and community, to astonishing effect, in the shockingly familiar, broken world of 2032. Long awaited, Parable of the Talents is the continuation of the travails of Lauren Olamina, the heroine of 1994's NebulaPrize finalist, bestselling Parable of the Sower. Parable of the Talents is told in the voice of Lauren Olamina's daughterfrom whom she has been separated for most of the girl's lifewith sections in the form of Lauren's journal. Against a background of a wartorn continent, and with a farright religious crusader in the office of the U.S. presidency, this is a book about a society whose very fabric has been torn asunder, and where the basic physical and emotional needs of people seem almost impossible to meet.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Parable of the Talents'? A: 'Parable of the Talents' explores themes of alienation, spirituality, violence, and community in a dystopian future, reflecting contemporary societal issues.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Parable of the Talents'? A: The book is written by Octavia E. Butler, a renowned author known for her contributions to science fiction.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Parable of the Talents'? A: 'Parable of the Talents' was published on February 28, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does 'Parable of the Talents' have? A: The novel contains 416 pages.
- Q: Is 'Parable of the Talents' available in hardcover? A: Yes, 'Parable of the Talents' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book 'Parable of the Talents' in? A: 'Parable of the Talents' is sold in new condition.
- Q: Is 'Parable of the Talents' a sequel to another book? A: Yes, it is a sequel to 'Parable of the Sower', which was published in 1994.
- Q: What type of narrative style is used in 'Parable of the Talents'? A: The story is narrated from the perspective of Lauren Olamina's daughter, incorporating sections from Lauren's journal.
- Q: What genre does 'Parable of the Talents' belong to? A: 'Parable of the Talents' is classified as science fiction, with elements of dystopia.
- Q: What makes 'Parable of the Talents' relevant today? A: The book addresses pressing social issues such as political extremism, community breakdown, and the struggle for individual freedom, making it relevant in today's context.