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I don't think we can rationalize away some of the better authors who were omitted just because they are often better known for writing SF, rather than straight fantasy. Le Guin for example might be better known as a SF writer (I am not sure I buy that... I have always thought of her writing to be balanced between the two)... but it is undeniable that the Wizard of Earthsea trilogy is straight up fantasy.
I am definitely with those who are of the opinion that this list is simply about bringing newer authors to prominence, not recognizing the truly best novels ever written.
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Bill
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