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Her Smoke Rose Up Forever

James Tiptree Jr.
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Her Smoke Rose Up Forever

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2004

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James Tiptree Jr.

Her Smoke Rose Up Forever

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Topic
Gender & Feminism
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Her Smoke Rose Up Forever is a collection of James Tiptree Jr.'s science fiction short stories. It features 18 tales that explore themes of humanity, identity, and societal issues. Notable stories include "The Last Flight of Doctor Ain," "The Girl Who Was Plugged In," and "The Women Men Don't See." The anthology highlights Tiptree's innovative storytelling and profound insights.

Mysterious

Dark

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

4,846 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Her Smoke Rose Up Forever by James Tiptree Jr. is widely praised for its imaginative storytelling and profound exploration of human nature and sexuality. Reviewers commend the collection's insightful, ahead-of-its-time narratives. However, some critique the stories for their dense prose and somber tone. Overall, the collection is considered a landmark in feminist and speculative fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Her Smoke Rose Up Forever?

A reader intrigued by thought-provoking, feminist science fiction that challenges societal norms would enjoy Her Smoke Rose Up Forever by James Tiptree Jr. Fans of The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin and The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood will appreciate its incisive exploration of gender and identity.

4.3

4,846 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Topic
Gender & Feminism
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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