Ursula K. Le Guin (1929-2018) was an American author known for her works of speculative fiction, including science fiction and fantasy. She was born in Berkeley, California, and attended Radcliffe College, where she earned a degree in French and Italian literature.Le Guin's writing career spanned several decades and she is best known for her novels, including "The Left Hand of Darkness," "The Dispossessed," and the "Earthsea" series. Her works often explored themes of gender, politics, and society, and her writing was celebrated for its complex world-building and lyrical prose.Throughout her career, Le Guin received numerous awards and accolades, including the Hugo, Nebula, and National Book Awards. In addition to her fiction writing, she also published several collections of essays and poetry.She passed away in 2018, but her legacy continues to inspire generations of readers and writers.