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A Wizard of Earthsea Study Guide

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by Ursula K. Le Guin
About 62 pages (18,620 words)
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A Wizard of Earthsea describes the maturation of a fantasy superhero.

Though Ged, the main character, has the ability to develop extraordinary magical power, he is in many ways like all children; he must learn to accept responsibility for himself and for others before he can enter adult life. Ged's problem is special because he is gifted and must learn about his gift; but at the same time he must go through the ordinary process of growing up. In Le Guin's world view, this process involves coming to know oneself and the world. Ged must learn to be patient, to listen, to recognize the world outside himself, and to act for the good of all.....

This is a free excerpt of 115 words. This section contains 226 words. This study guide contains 18,620 words (approx. 62 pages at 300 words per page).

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