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The People of the Wind

Poul Anderson

Published 1973 by Signet · 176 pages

Hugo · 1974

Finalist

Nebula · 1974

Finalist
Science Fiction

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12 award entries · 10 books · 0 wins · 1959–1990

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Synopsis

On the planet Avalon, humans and the winged alien Ythrians have built a unique shared civilization, but their peaceful coexistence is threatened when the expanding Terran Empire demands their submission. Caught between loyalty to their mixed-species world and the overwhelming military power of Earth, Avalon's inhabitants must decide whether to fight for their independence.

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Social SF
War & MilitaryAlien ContactColonialism & Empire

Details

Series
Technic History
Author nationality
United States
ISBN
9780451054791