A wizard of Earthsea : a graphic novel / Ursula K. Le Guin ; adapted and illustrated by Fred Fordham.
"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 unleashed 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. Experience the bestselling first adventure of Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea Cycle as a masterly crafted graphic novel. Fred Fordham brings new life to Le Guins iconic fantasy classic with his breathtaking illustrations and thoughtful text adaptation."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780063285767
- ISBN: 0063285762
- Physical Description: 270 pages : chiefly color illustrations, color map ; 25 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Clarion Books, Harper Alley, [2025]
- Copyright: ©2025
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Based on the novel originally published in 1968. |
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| Subject: | Magic > Comic books, strips, etc. > Fiction. Wizards > Comic books, strips, etc. > Fiction. Imaginary places > Comic books, strips, etc. > Fiction. |
| Genre: | Fantasy comics. Comics adaptations. Graphic novels. Graphic novel adaptations. Comics (Graphic works) Young adult fiction. |
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Available copies
- 21 of 37 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 0 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library. (Show)
Holds
- 4 current holds with 37 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.B. Hildebrand Public Library | YA 741.5 LEG (Text) | 33557004708053 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Cumberland Headquarters | GN TEEN EARTHSEA (Text) | 31781069095329 | Young Adult Fiction | Available | - |
| Edneyville Branch | LEG (Text) | 33258009649844 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Etowah Branch | LEG (Text) | 33258009649836 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Fletcher Branch | LEG (Text) | 33258009649851 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Green River Branch | LEG (Text) | 33258009649877 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Haynes Branch Library | YA GN Le (Text) | 38801102136147 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Hudson (Fontana) | YA GRAPHIC LE GUIN (Text) | 39493108971351 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Lee County Main Library | GN LE GUIN (EARTHSEA 1) (Text) | 33262003288884 | Adult New Fiction | Available | - |
| Martin Memorial Library | YA GN FIC (Text) | 38344200531745 | Young Adult Graphic Novel | Available | - |
Summary:
"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 unleashed 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. Experience the bestselling first adventure of Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea Cycle as a masterly crafted graphic novel. Fred Fordham brings new life to Le Guins iconic fantasy classic with his breathtaking illustrations and thoughtful text adaptation."--
