Connie Willis

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Virginia

A Novel

"A tour de force."--The New York Times Book Review

Connie Willis draws upon her understanding of the universalities of human nature to explore the ageless issues of evil, suffering, and the indomitable will of the human spirit.

For Kivrin, preparing an on-site study of one of the deadliest eras in humanity's history was as simple as receiving inoculations against the diseases of the fourteenth century and inventing an alibi for a woman traveling alone. For her instructors in the twenty-first century, it meant painstaking calculations and careful monitoring of the rendezvous location where Kivrin would be received.

But a crisis strangely linking past and future strands Kivrin in a bygone age as her fellows try desperately to rescue her. In a time of superstition and fear, Kivrin--barely of age herself--finds she has become an unlikely angel of hope during one of history's darkest hours.

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Babel by R.F. Kuang is a darkly imaginative fantasy novel that intricately explores the power of language, colonialism, and the struggle for freedom. Set in an alternate version of 19th-century England, the story revolves around Robin Swift, a young man recruited to study at Babel, an institution dedicated to translation and magical linguistics. Babel serves as the cornerstone of Britain's imperial power, using language to manipulate magic and control vast parts of the world. As Robin and his fellow students navigate their studies, they become increasingly aware of the institution's complicity in maintaining a brutal, imperial system that exploits colonized nations for their wealth and resources. Robin's growing disillusionment with Babel’s elitist policies sparks a revolution within, as he grapples with his role in a system that promises knowledge but perpetuates inequality. Rich in historical and philosophical themes, Babel is a thought-provoking exploration of language as both a tool of empowerment and oppression. Kuang masterfully blends speculative fiction with real-world history to create a narrative that challenges readers to reflect on power, privilege, and resistance in both fictional and real contexts. This book is a poignant and intellectually stimulating read for those who appreciate rich, multilayered storytelling.

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