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Ged, once the reckless Sparrowhawk, rises to become Earthsea’s greatest sorcerer, but his hunger for power leads him to release a terrible shadow that brings chaos to the world. Throughout the story, Ged learns to control the mighty words of power, tames an ancient dragon, and confronts death itself to restore balance. This first book of Ursula K. Le Guin’s Earthsea Cycle blends adventure, moral growth, and a richly imagined archipelago world, and it has earned numerous accolades, including the National Book Award, a Newbery Honor, and the Nebula Award.
First publish date: 1968
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Ursula K. Le Guin
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