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A wizard of Earthsea

by Ursula K. Le Guin

A young apprentice sorcerer inadvertently releases a malevolent shadow into the world. To restore balance, he must travel the islands of Earthsea to master the words of power and confront the darkness he created.

Accession 34020 ISBN 0575007176 Publisher Victor Gollancz Ltd.
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