A Wizard of Earthsea |
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Author:
| Le Guin, Ursula K. |
Illustrator:
| Robbins, Ruth |
Series title: | Earthsea Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-14-030477-0 |
Publication Date: | Jun 1971 |
Publisher: | Penguin Books, Limited
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Imprint: | Puffin |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $16.95 |
Book Description:
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The first book of Earthsea is a tale of wizards, dragons and terrifying shadows. The island of Gont is a land famous for wizards. Of these, some say the greatest - and surely the greatest voyager - is the man called Sparrowhawk. As a reckless, awkward boy, he discovered the great power that was in him - with terrifying consequences. Tempted by pride to try spells beyond his means, Sparrowhawk lets loose an evil shadow-beast in his land. Only he can destroy it, and the quest leads him...
More DescriptionThe first book of Earthsea is a tale of wizards, dragons and terrifying shadows. The island of Gont is a land famous for wizards. Of these, some say the greatest - and surely the greatest voyager - is the man called Sparrowhawk. As a reckless, awkward boy, he discovered the great power that was in him - with terrifying consequences. Tempted by pride to try spells beyond his means, Sparrowhawk lets loose an evil shadow-beast in his land. Only he can destroy it, and the quest leads him to the farthest corner of Earthsea.