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Native Tongue

Suzette Haden Elgin
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Native Tongue

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Suzette Haden Elgin

Native Tongue

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Earth • 22nd century

Theme
Language
Topic
Gender & Feminism
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Native Tongue by Suzette Haden Elgin, individuals navigate a future society where women’s rights have regressed. Linguist women secretly develop a new language, Láadan, to articulate their experiences and foster empowerment. The novel explores themes of language as power and resistance, focusing on women reclaiming their voice within a patriarchal environment.

Challenging

Mysterious

Contemplative

Dark

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.2

4,777 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Suzette Haden Elgin's Native Tongue is praised for its inventive exploration of language and gender dynamics. Critics commend its thought-provoking narrative and strong feminist themes. However, some note that its pacing can be uneven, and the complex linguistic concepts may challenge casual readers. Overall, it's a unique and insightful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Native Tongue?

Readers who relish dystopian sci-fi with feminist themes, similar to The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood or The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin, will enjoy Native Tongue by Suzette Haden Elgin. Ideal for those intrigued by linguistic exploration and societal critique.

4.2

4,777 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Science Fiction
Setting

Earth • 22nd century

Theme
Language
Topic
Gender & Feminism
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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