This lovely softcover edition is a rare find. The book is in fine condition with no marks or tears and shows absolutely minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin, first published in 1968, is a cornerstone of fantasy literature and the inaugural novel in the Earthsea series. Set in a vast archipelago where magic is an integral part of life, the story follows Ged, a young boy destined to become one of the most powerful wizards of his age, as he embarks on a profound coming-of-age journey.