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A Wizard of Earthsea

Series: Books of Earthsea
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A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K Le Guin is a coming-of-age fantasy novel set in the mystical archipelago of Earthsea. It follows a young boy named Ged, who possesses great potential for magic. As Ged embarks on a challenging journey to hone his skills, he encounters both internal and external adversaries, learning valuable lessons about the balance of power and responsibility.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to epic fantasy adventures set in magical worlds where young wizards embark on transformative journeys. With its rich storytelling and deep exploration of themes like power, identity, and maturity, this tale captures the imagination while offering profound insights into the complexities of growing up.

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An exciting re-launch of the classic Earthsea Cycle, by fantasy literature legend Le Guin, first published in 1968 and winner of a Newbery Honor, the National Book Award, Pushcart Prize, and six Nebula Awards.

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The first novel of Ursula K. Le Guin's must-read Books of Earthsea.

Ged was the greatest sorcerer in Earthsea, but in his youth, he was the reckless Sparrowhawk. In his hunger for power and knowledge, he tampered with long-held secrets and loosed a terrible shadow upon the world.

This is the tumultuous tale of his testing, how he mastered the mighty words of power, tamed an ancient dragon, and crossed death's threshold to restore the balance.

With stories as perennial and universally beloved as The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings—but also unlike anything but themselves—Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea novels are some of the most acclaimed and awarded works in literature. They have received accolades such as the National Book Award, a Newbery Honor, the Nebula Award, and many more honors, commemorating their enduring place in the hearts and minds of readers and the literary world alike.

Join the millions of fantasy readers who have explored these lands. As The Guardian put it: "Ursula Le Guin's world of Earthsea is a tangled skein of tiny islands cast on a vast sea. The islands' names pull at my heart like no others: Roke, Perilane, Osskil..."

The Books of Earthsea include:

  • A Wizard of Earthsea
  • The Tombs of Atuan
  • The Farthest Shore
  • Tehanu
  • Tales from Earthsea
  • The Other Wind

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A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin is often praised for its rich world-building and profound themes. Reviewers highlight its exploration of power, identity, and maturation, marking it as a foundational work in young adult fantasy. The prose is lauded for being both poetic and accessible, making it a timeless classic for readers of all ages.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780547722023

Publisher: Clarion Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 September 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 272

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Ursula K. Le Guin Young Adult

About the Author

The beloved author Ursula K. Le Guin was awarded a Newbery Honor for her second novel in the Earthsea Cycle, The Tombs of Atuan. Among her other distinctions are the Margaret A. Edwards Award, a National Book Award, and six Nebula Awards. She lives in Portland, Oregon. Visit her at www.ursulakleguin.com.

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