An Ambiguous Utopia. The Concept of Utopia in Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Dispossessed"

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The exploration of utopia in Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Dispossessed" delves into the contrasting societies of Anarres, an anarchist community, and Urras, a capitalist world. This analysis examines whether the novel presents a true utopia or if its complexities render it ambiguous, as suggested by its subtitle. Through this juxtaposition, the thesis investigates the philosophical and societal implications of each setting, offering insights into the nature of utopian ideals.