The Shepherd and the Sower by Lauren Pierre

By depicting the world in the year 2020, the author highlights the path that arises as a result of ignoring significant issues. Overall, the novel “Parable of the Sower” by Octavia Butler described the main issues of society. Lauren is able to establish her community in southern California, where she can be the leader of change. Laurens van der Post 4.13 418 ratings46 reviews Want to read Kindle 9.99 Rate this book This is an alternate cover edition for ISBN 0140024026. Throughout the novel, Lauren points out the issues in society that need to be addressed. Here her hyper-empathy allows her to the feel the suffering of the dog, leading to empathy. As stated before, her ability its like a crutch, it can be an aid or a weakness. The idea of Earthseed introduced in the book is a new system of beliefs developed by the main character that can be used to address societal problems. In the chapter four of the book, Lauren over comes her fears and shoots a dog that tried to attack the group, taking it out of its misery. For example, her hometown is burned by drug addicts, a severe issue of society. The Shepherd and the Sower (Parables in Pictures Book 1) (English Edition) eBook : Pierre, Lauren: Amazon.

Through this character, the author depicts the sufferings of people and the disparities of the world. Lauren lives with her family in a closed community until their home is under an attack, and her parents are killed, forcing her to run away with other survivors. If youve read either or both, you already know why, the story is not just expertly told, it’s powerfully significant and layered in its telling.

Lauren Olamina, the main character of the novel, is described as a person with empathy as she feels the pain of others. Octavia Taught Me/12 Things There have been multiple essays and explorations on and around Octavia Butlers iconic award winning sci-fi two part series, Parable of the Sower and Parable of the Talents. Among the main themes described in the “Parable of the Sower,” there is the collapse that the society experiences because issues such as climate change or inequality were not addressed appropriately.

The Shepherd and the Sower by Lauren Pierre