Titles in This Set: Parable of the Sower Parable of the Talents Condition : Brand New Format : Paperback ISBN : 9781472293312 Publisher : Headline Overview The Parable Series brings together Octavia E. Butler's visionary dystopian classics, Parable of the Sower and Parable of the Talents, in one paperback collection. Set in a fractured near-future America torn apart by climate catastrophe, inequality and political extremism, these novels follow Lauren Olamina as she records the collapse of society and forges Earthseed, a philosophy built on the belief that "God Is Change." Prescient and deeply human, this set is essential reading for fans of literary science fiction. About the Books Parable of the Sower introduces Lauren Olamina, a young woman gifted with hyperempathy — the extraordinary ability to feel the pain of others as her own. America has descended into chaos, where walled communities offer the only shelter from roaming violence, and only the rich and powerful remain safe. When Lauren's world is shattered one terrible night, she is forced to forge a new path that will ultimately reshape humanity's future. Parable of the Talents continues the story through Lauren's daughter, Asha, who pieces together her mother's journals to understand a country that embraced a violent, far-right president promising to "make America great again." Lauren's account reveals a mother torn between love for her daughter, devotion to her community, and belief in Earthseed — even as a tyrannical religious regime threatens everything she has built. Together, the novels form a searing exploration of survival, faith and the price of change, told through the diary-like voice that made Butler one of the most acclaimed science-fiction writers of her generation. Complete 2-book paperback collection in one great-value set Includes both Parable of the Sower and Parable of the Talents Written by multi-award-winning author Octavia E. Butler A prescient, socially resonant dystopian saga acclaimed for decades Perfect for fans of literary science fiction and political fiction An ideal gift for readers of The Handmaid's Tale and modern dystopian classics About the Author Octavia E. Butler (1947–2006) was a groundbreaking American author renowned for novels including Kindred, Wild Seed and the Parable series. She was the recipient of the Locus, Hugo and Nebula awards, and received a PEN Lifetime Achievement Award for her body of work. In 1995, she became the first science-fiction writer to be awarded the MacArthur Fellowship "Genius Grant." A true pioneer of her genre, Butler's dystopian fiction explores themes of racial injustice, women's rights, environmental collapse and political extremism, and her work continues to be taught at colleges and universities worldwide. Why You'll Love This Parable Series Set Butler's visionary storytelling feels more relevant today than ever. This complete paperback collection lets you experience both Parable novels together, making it a brilliant introduction or treasured addition for fans of dystopian fiction. Please Note: The book(s) dispatched may show the UK ISBN and UK edition cover as pictured in this listing.