
October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin
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The October Book Club on 22 October 2026 at Common Cafe will discuss 'The Dispossessed' by Ursula K. Le Guin, a novel celebrated for its depth and complexity. Participants will explore themes of time and societal structures through the story of a brilliant scientist. The event encourages literary discussion in a casual setting.
Hi everyone, for October we have our usual spooky/ horror/ sci-fi/ thriller theme and the winner by slim margins was The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin One of the very best must-read novels of all time. 'A well told tale signifying a good deal; one to be read again and again' THE TIMES 'The book I wish I had written ... It's so far away from my own imagination, I'd love to sit at my desk one day and discover that I could think and write like Ursula Le Guin' Roddy Doyle 'Le Guin is a writer of phenomenal power' OBSERVER 'There was a wall. It did not look important - even a child could climb it. But the idea was real. Like all walls it was ambiguous, two-faced. What was inside it and what was outside it depended upon which side of it you were on...' Shevek is brilliant scientist who is attempting to find a new theory of time - but there are those who are jealous of his work, and will do anything to block him. So he leaves his homeland, hoping to find a place of more liberty and tolerance. Initially feted, Shevek soon finds himself being used as a pawn in a deadly political game. With powerful themes of freedom, society and the natural world's influence on competition and co-operation, THE DISPOSSESSED is a true classic of the 20th century. See you there 🍷 Steph & Christina
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October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 19:00.
October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is held at Common Cafe in London (17 The Pavement, SW4 0HY, London, SW4 0HY).
Tickets for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin are priced at £1.50. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
The forecast for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is Mainly clear · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Common Cafe can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The October Book Club on 22 October 2026 at Common Cafe will discuss 'The Dispossessed' by Ursula K. Le Guin, a novel celebrated for its depth and complexity. Participants will explore themes of time and societal structures through the story of a brilliant scientist. The event encourages literary discussion in a casual setting.
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Hi everyone, for October we have our usual spooky/ horror/ sci-fi/ thriller theme and the winner by slim margins was The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin One of the very best must-read novels of all time. 'A well told tale signifying a good deal; one to be read again and again' THE TIMES 'The book I wish I had written ... It's so far away from my own imagination, I'd love to sit at my desk one day and discover that I could think and write like Ursula Le Guin' Roddy Doyle 'Le Guin is a writer of phenomenal power' OBSERVER 'There was a wall. It did not look important - even a child could climb it. But the idea was real. Like all walls it was ambiguous, two-faced. What was inside it and what was outside it depended upon which side of it you were on...' Shevek is brilliant scientist who is attempting to find a new theory of time - but there are those who are jealous of his work, and will do anything to block him. So he leaves his homeland, hoping to find a place of more liberty and tolerance. Initially feted, Shevek soon finds himself being used as a pawn in a deadly political game. With powerful themes of freedom, society and the natural world's influence on competition and co-operation, THE DISPOSSESSED is a true classic of the 20th century. See you there 🍷 Steph & Christina
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin?
October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin taking place?
October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is held at Common Cafe in London (17 The Pavement, SW4 0HY, London, SW4 0HY).
How much are tickets for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin?
Tickets for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin are priced at £1.50. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
What will the weather be like at October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin?
The forecast for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is Mainly clear · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Common Cafe can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for October Book Club: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin?
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