Parable of the Sower - A Sequel?

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The Parable of the Sower is a novel by Octavia Butler. It was published in 1993 and is considered a classic of science fiction literature. Is there a sequel to the novel, and if so, what is it?

The Parable of the Sower is a standalone novel, and there is no sequel. However, there is a prequel, Parable of the Talents, which was published in 1998. It is set in the same world as the Parable of the Sower and tells the story of the rise of Lauren Olamina's religious movement.

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The short answer is no. Parable of the Sower is not a sequel to another book. It is a dystopian science fiction novel by American author Octavia E. Butler, first published in 1993.

The novel is set in California in the year 2025, during a time of social and environmental collapse. The protagonist is a young woman named Lauren Olamina, who develops a new religion to provide hope and guidance during a difficult time. The book follows her journey as she searches for safety, finds a powerful ally, and battles the forces of chaos.

Parable of the Sower is the first book in the Earthseed series. It is followed by Parable of the Talents, which was published in 1998. The two books form a complete story, as do Butler’s later works Clay's Ark (1984) and Lilith's Brood (1985).

If you’re looking for similar books to Parable of the Sower, you may want to check out the works of Ursula K. Le Guin and Margaret Atwood, Terry Bisson and Ruth Ozeki, or James Tiptree Jr.’s science fiction work. You can find reviews and summaries of their books online, or visit your local library for more information.

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No, Parable of the Sower is not a sequel. It is a stand-alone novel written by Octavia E. Butler. While it is set in the same future-dystopian world as her previous book, Dawn, there is no direct narrative connection between the two stories.

Parable of the Sower provides an intriguing exploration of the power of hope, community, and possibility through the protagonist Lauren Olamina's journey. It follows her brave quest for a better future, as she and her small group of followers attempt to build a more equitable society, free from the societal inequality that plagued her hometown of Robledo.

The novel paints a vivid picture of a future America, ravaged by environmental disasters, economic instability, and racism. Butler creates a powerful narrative rich with gripping characters and ideas, one that merits consideration as a work of classic dystopian literature alongside books like George Orwell's 1984 and Aldous Huxley's Brave New World.

In short, although Parable of the Sower is set in the same universe as her book Dawn, it is not a sequel, and is a definite must-read for all fans of dystopian fiction.