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A Wizard of Earthsea

by Ursula K. Le Guin · 1968 · 205 pages

George R.R. Martin
George R.R. Martin
Recommended by 1 elite

Recommended by 1 Elite

George R.R. Martin

About This Book

Ged, a young and powerful mage, accidentally looses a shadow creature into the world while testing his abilities at the school for wizards. To restore balance to the archipelago of Earthsea, he must embark on a journey across the sea to face the darkness he unleashed. This foundational fantasy novel explores themes of power, responsibility, and the nature of the self.

Book Details

Published

1968

Pages

205

Language

en

ISBN

9780547773742

Awards & Recognition

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1969)Lewis Carroll Shelf Award (1979)

Series

Part 1 of The Earthsea Cycle

Audiobook Available

7h 16m
Narrated by Rob Inglis

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