The People of the Wind
The People of the Wind
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1978
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Avalon • Distant Future
1978
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The People of the Wind by Poul Anderson explores the cultural and political tensions between the Terran Empire and the planet Avalon. Avalon's inhabitants, the Ythrians, are intelligent, bird-like beings with a unique societal structure. The narrative delves into themes of coexistence and conflict as both humans and Ythrians navigate their intertwined destinies.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The People of the Wind by Poul Anderson receives praise for its richly imagined world-building and intricate cultural conflicts, reflecting Anderson's strength in blending science fiction with anthropological detail. Criticisms include occasional pacing issues and limited character depth. Overall, the novel is appreciated for its exploration of themes and creative storytelling.
Who Should Read The People of the Wind?
A reader who enjoys The People of the Wind by Poul Anderson likely appreciates intricate world-building and complex interspecies relations, similar to those found in Ursula K. Le Guin’s The Dispossessed and Joe Haldeman's The Forever War, where socio-political themes are explored in rich, speculative settings.
761 ratings
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176
Novel • Fiction
Avalon • Distant Future
1978
Adult
18+ years
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