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Tales from Earthsea

The Fifth Book of Earthsea
By Ursula K. Le Guin
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Tales from Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin is a collection of stories set in the Earthsea universe, exploring its rich history and deepening the lore of this fantastical archipelago. Through these tales, readers encounter new and familiar characters, uncover ancient legends, and delve into the intricate balance of power, magic, and human nature. Written for a younger audience, the stories weave together themes of growth, morality, and the timeless confrontation between good and evil.
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You might enjoy this collection of stories if you appreciate rich fantasy worlds and complex characters. Set in the magical realm of Earthsea, the book delves into themes of power, morality, and the delicate balance between good and evil, offering a blend of adventure, imagination, and philosophical insight. It's a great choice for young readers who delight in tales of sorcery and heroism.

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Tales from Earthsea

The highly acclaimed collection of Earthsea short stories
NAMED ONE OF THE BBC'S 100 NOVELS THAT SHAPED OUR WORLD

Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea books are enduring children's classics. 'Earthsea [is] one of the most deeply influential of all 20th century fantasy texts' Encyclopedia of Fantasy. 'It has been years since the last Earthsea book, but Le Guin hasn't lost her touch' Booklist. 'Strong work from a master storyteller; highly recommended' Amazon.com. 'Le Guin makes a triumphant return ... the publication of this collection is a major event in fantasy literature' Publishers Weekly. 'as immersive and well written as anything Le Guin has done.' SFX Magazine. 'complex, believable characters bound to enthrall Earthsea fans of all ages.' Good Book Guide 'magically woven by the mistress of fantasy.' School Librarian

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These five superlative, evocative and enchanting stories range from a few hundred years before A Wizard of Earthsea to just before The Other Wind, and feature some of Le Guin's most popular characters, including the Wizard Ged himself. The stories are rounded off with an essay about Earthsea's history and people.No Earthsea fan will want to be without this magical collection.

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Tales from Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin has been praised for its significant influence on 20th-century fantasy literature. The collection's release is hailed as a major event, marking a triumphant return of Le Guin to the genre, noting her masterful storytelling.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781842552148

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Illustration: 1 Maps

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 281g

Pages: 320

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fantasy General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Ursula K. Le Guin Young Adult

About the Author

Ursula K. Le Guin has won many Nebula and Hugo Awards, as well as a National Book Award, a Pushcart Prize, the Harold D. Vursell Memorial Award of the American Academy of Arts and Letters, a Newbery Honor and the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement.

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