Ursula K. LeGuin

Ursula K. LeGuin was a renowned American author, philosopher, and environmentalist. She is best known for her Earthsea Cycle series, which has been widely acclaimed for its thought-provoking themes and imaginative world-building. LeGuin was a Pulitzer Prize winner and was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 2014. She was also a vocal advocate for environmentalism and social justice.