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A Wizard of Earthsea

The First Book of Earthsea
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In A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin, a young wizard named Ged embarks on a journey to master his magical powers and understand the balance of the world. He faces numerous challenges and learns valuable lessons about pride, power, and the importance of knowing oneself. Set in a richly imaginative world, Ged's adventure is both a personal and epic tale of growth and discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you love epic tales of magic, adventure, and self-discovery set in a richly imagined world. The story follows a young, powerful wizard as he comes to terms with his abilities and faces the consequences of his actions, capturing the essence of classic fantasy with deep, thoughtful themes.

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A Wizard of Earthsea

A beautiful hardback edition of the classic A Wizard of Earthsea. The perfect addition to any library. With illustrations by Charles Vess.

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A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin is a captivating journey through the mystical archipelago of Earthsea. As the first book in the revered Earthsea series, it introduces readers to Ged, a young boy destined to become the most powerful sorcerer of his age. Known in his youth as Sparrowhawk, Ged's insatiable thirst for knowledge and his reckless pursuit of power lead him to tamper with ancient and formidable forces. Unwittingly, he unleashes a malevolent shadow upon the world, a darkness that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. This is the tale of Ged’s harrowing quest to conquer the shadow, mastering the potent words of power, taming an enigmatic dragon, and even traversing the realm of the dead to restore balance and harmony to Earthsea.

This beautiful hardback edition of A Wizard of Earthsea features stunning illustrations by the acclaimed artist Charles Vess. These vivid and enchanting illustrations bring the world of Earthsea to life, enhancing the timeless narrative with their imaginative depictions.

Renowned author Neil Gaiman praises the series, saying, "This trilogy made me look at the world in a new way, imbued everything with a magic that was so much deeper than the magic I’d encountered before then. This was a magic of words, a magic of true speaking." Similarly, David Mitchell urges readers to, "Drink this magic up. Drown in it. Dream it."

Le Guin’s masterful storytelling draws readers into a richly woven tapestry of myth and legend, where the pursuit of self-discovery, the struggle between light and darkness, and the intricate balance of nature and civilisation are explored with profound depth. Margaret Atwood describes the Earthsea trilogy as "a memorable exploration of the relationship between life and death. Ged, its hero, must face his shadow self before it devours him. Only then will he become whole. In the process, he must contend with the wisdom of dragons: ambiguous and not our wisdom, but wisdom nonetheless."

Complete your Earthsea collection with The Tombs of Atuan, The Farthest Shore, and Tehanu, and continue the journey through Le Guin’s extraordinary world. This edition is a must-have for both longstanding fans and new readers discovering the magic of Earthsea for the first time.

Series: The Earthsea Quartet

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A Wizard of Earthsea mesmerises readers with its profound and timeless narrative. Reviewers highlight its deep exploration of themes like life, death and self-discovery, praising Ursula K. Le Guin's enchanting prose. The book's magic lies in its evocative language and the rich, ancient feel of its storytelling.

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ISBN: 9781473223561

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 June 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 331g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Ursula K. Le Guin is one of the finest writers of our time. Her books have attracted millions of devoted readers and won many awards, including the National Book Award, the Hugo and Nebula Awards and a Newbery Honor. Among her novels, The Left Hand of Darkness, The Dispossessed and the six books of Earthsea have attained undisputed classic status; and her recent series, the Annals of the Western Shore, has won her the PEN Center USA Children's literature award and the Nebula Award for best novel. In 2014 Ursula Le Guin was awarded the National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. She lived in Portland, Oregon, until she passed away in January 2018.

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