A Wizard of Earthsea (The Books of Earthsea, 1)

by Ursula K. Le Guin

Part of Earthsea Cycle, book 1

First published 1968

Ged, a young sorcerer, unleashes a dark force that threatens to engulf the world of Earthsea. Driven by his thirst for power, he must embark on a perilous journey to confront the shadow he created and master the ancient magic that governs the land. As he faces formidable foes and uncovers long-buried secrets, Ged's quest becomes a test of his character, forcing him to confront his own demons and grow into the wise, powerful wizard he was destined to become.

Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, epic

Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: chosen-one, coming-of-age

Setting: Earthsea

272 pages · Paperback · Clarion Books

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