Changing Planes: PEN/Malamud Award-Winning Literary Short Stories

In this collection of interconnected short stories, acclaimed author Ursula K. Le Guin explores alternative realms of existence through the experiences of Sita Dulip, who discovers a way to bypass ordinary travel by shifting between different planes of reality. As she and her acquaintances encounter a variety of unique societies—ranging from holiday-themed towns to environments shaped by intense emotions—Le Guin offers a thought-provoking examination of culture, society, and human nature. This imaginative journey provides insightful reflections on universal truths, highlighting the complexity and diversity of worlds both near and far.