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In the Imperial Radch universe, "Translation State" weaves three interconnected narratives that explore how the disappearance of a Presger Translator forces its characters to confront deeper questions of identity and belonging. The novel blends personal dilemmas with the larger societal context of the Radch, unpacking the complex web of language, culture, and personal agency in a speculative setting.
First publish date: 2023
Genre: Education & Language/Linguistics
Authors: Ann Leckie
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