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I was able to leaf through these in a bookshop last month, and they are all brilliant – particularly the introductions.
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James asks, "Who's been saying the Hugo process is corrupt?" I think the answer to the question is, nobody – apart from the voices in some people's heads. See much slapfighting in comments.
From the Heart of Europe
Books, politics, languages and life
The Left Hand of Darkness was the first Le Guinn I read. It was back in the early 1970s and I just loved it. While I remember the gender shifting I was more fascinated with the politics. I think Le Guinn was able to present commentary about sexuality without making it a big issue and while telling an effective tale of politics and intrigue. The ending was a great reveal in my mind but I won’t say any more here in case I spoil the story for others.
Definitely an excellent book.
I hadn’t realised it had drawn with Rendezvous with Rama, another one of my favourites.