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A Wizard of Earthsea

The Earthsea Cycle, Book 1

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A Wizard of Earthsea

Written by: Ursula K. Le Guin
Narrated by: Rob Inglis
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Winner of the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award

Winner of the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award

One of TIME's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time

Ged was the greatest sorcerer in Earthsea, but in his youth he was the reckless Sparrowhawk. In his hunger for power and knowledge, he tampered with long held secrets and loosed a terrible shadow upon the world. This is the tumultuous tale of his testing, how he mastered the mighty words of power, tamed an ancient dragon, and crossed death's threshold to restore the balance.

"The magic of Earthsea is primal; the lessons of Earthsea remain as potent, as wise, and as necessary as anyone could dream."—Neil Gaiman

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this has always been one of my favorite books in one of my favorite series. It is dark and epic and grandiose. The protagonist is likeable, despite his fallability, or maybe because of it. His growth is great to follow.

Loved this book and series since I was a teen

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7 hour book >>>> 2 hour movie. Put in the time to get so much more.

Read the book, ditch the movie

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it was very enjoyable to read, I had no problem finishing it in a week. can't wait to read the rest

really super good

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I can honestly say, I regret that I didn't read this book when I was a child.
It's so good and meaningful. Required reading for anyone who's a fan Wizards.
Picture Gandalf telling you a wizard story, that's what this book is.

Give Your Child Who Loves Fantasy This Book

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Absolutely love this book! it is pure fantasy, distilled and purified. I could barely put it down, and never had any issue with losing concentration and zoning out. Every word feels so purposeful.

The Great Fantasy Begins!

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